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Thank you for purchasing this Panasonic product.Please read these instructions before operating your set and retain them for future reference.The images shown in this manual are for illustrative purposes only.
Operating InstructionsPlasma Television
Model No. TH-P42G15ATH-P50G15A
English
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Turn your own living room into a movie theatre!
Experience an amazing level of multi-Receive digital terrestrial services using an integrated Digital TV tunerSharp pictures with HDMI terminalCreate home theatre and DVD recorder link-ups with “VIERA Link” without complicated settings!
Trade Mark of the DVB Digital Video Broadcasting Project (1991 to 1996)TH-P42G15A Declaration of Conformity No. 6421, 13 January 2009TH-P50G15A Declaration of Conformity No. 6412, 13 January 2009
Notice about Digital TV FunctionsThe MPEG-4 AVC feature was designed to specifications as we know them today. This specification may be subject to future changes beyond our control that may not guarantee the decoding of such services.
February 2009
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Camcorder
Personal computer
Set top box
DVD player
DVD Recorder
VCR
ContentsBe Sure to Read
Safety Precautions ······································· 4(Warning / Important Installation Notices)Maintenance ················································· 6Licence ························································· 6
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Quick Start GuideAccessories / Options ···································7
Identifying Controls ·······································9
Basic Connection ·······································11
Auto Tuning ················································12
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Basic FeaturesWatching TV ··············································· 14Using TV Guide ·········································· 17Viewing Teletext ·········································· 18Watching Videos and DVDs ······················· 20
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Advanced FeaturesHow to Use Menu Functions ······················ 22(picture, sound quality, etc.)Input Labels ················································ 26Digital TV Settings ······································ 27Editing Channels ······································· 28Tuning Channels ········································ 30Restore Settings (Shipping Condition) ······· 32Displaying PC Screen on TV ······················ 33HDMI Functions ·········································· 34Viewing from SD Card (VIERA IMAGE VIEWER) ··· 35VIERA Link “HDAVI ControlTM”···················· 38VIERA Tools················································ 43VIERA CASTTM ··········································· 44External Equipment ···································· 48
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Technical FeaturesTechnical Information ································· 50FAQs ·························································· 54Specifications ············································· 57WARRANTY ··············································· 58
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Amplifier with Speaker System
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Safety PrecautionsWarning
Handling the mains plug and leadInsert the mains plug fully into the socket outlet. If the mains plug is loose, it could generate heat and cause fire.Ensure that the mains plug is easily accessible.Ensure the earth pin on the mains plug is securely connected to prevent electrical shock.Do not touch the mains plug with a wet hand. This may cause electrical shock.Do not use any mains lead other than that provided with this TV. This may cause fire or electrical shock.Do not damage the mains lead. A damaged lead may cause fire or electrical shock.
Do not move the TV with the lead plugged in the socket outlet. Do not place a heavy object on the lead or place the lead near a high-temperature object.Do not twist the lead, bend it excessively, or stretch it.Do not pull on the lead. Hold onto the mains plug body when disconnecting lead.Do not use a damaged mains plug or socket outlet.
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AC 220 - 240 V50 / 60 Hz
If you find any abnormality, remove the mains plug immediately!
Power sourceThis TV is designed to operate on AC 220 - 240 V, 50 / 60 Hz.
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Do not remove coversNEVER modify the TV yourselfHigh-voltage components may cause serious electrical shock.
Have the TV checked, adjusted, or repaired at your local Panasonic dealer.
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Keep liquids away from the TVTo prevent damage which may result in fire or shock hazard, do not expose this appliance to dripping or splashing.Do not place containers with water (flower vase, cups, cosmetics, etc.) above the TV, including on shelves above, etc.
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Do not expose to direct sunlight and other sources of heat
Avoid exposing the TV to direct sunlight and other sources of heat. To prevent fire never place any type of candle or naked flame on top or near the TV.
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Avoid exposing the TV to high atmospheric moisture (such as tropical rain) or night time dew condensation
This TV is designed and manufactured for indoor use only.
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Do not place foreign objects inside the TVDo not allow any objects to drop into the TV through the air vents. Fire or electrical shock may result.
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Do not place the TV on sloped or unstable surfaces
The TV may fall off or tip over.●
Use only the dedicated pedestals / mounting equipment
Using an unapproved pedestal or other fixtures may make the TV unstable, risking injury. Be sure to ask your local Panasonic dealer to perform setup.Use approved pedestals / mounts (p. 8).
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Do not allow children to handle SD CardAs with any small object, SD Cards can be swallowed by young children. Please remove SD Card immediately after use and store out of reach of children.
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Important Installation NoticesInstall TV on a stable surfaceIf a television is not positioned in a sufficiently stable location, it can be potentially hazardous due to falling. Many injuries, particularly to children, can be avoided by taking simple precautions such as:
Using cabinets or stands recommended by the manufacturer of the television.Only using furniture that can safely support the television.Ensuring the television is not overhanging the edge of the supporting furniture.Not placing the television on tall furniture (for example, cupboards or bookcases) without anchoring both the furniture and the television to a suitable support.Not standing the televisions on cloth or other materials placed between the television and supporting furniture.Educating children about the dangers of climbing on furniture to reach the television or its controls.
When cleaning the TV, remove the mains plugCleaning an energized TV may cause electrical shock.
When the TV is not going to be used for a long period of time, remove the mains plugThis TV will still consume some power even in the Off mode, as long as the mains plug is still connected to a live socket outlet.
Transport only in upright positionTransporting the TV with its display panel facing upward or downward may cause damage to the internal circuitry.
Allow sufficient space around the TV for radiated heatMinimum distance
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When using the pedestal, keep the space between the bottom of the TV and the surface where the TV is set.In case of using Wall-hanging bracket, follow the manual of it.
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Do not block the rear air ventsBlocked ventilation by newspapers, table cloths, curtains, etc. may cause overheating, fire or electrical shock.
Do not expose your ears to excessive volume from the headphonesIrreversible damage can be caused.
Display panel is made of glass. Do not apply strong force or impact to the display panel.
This may cause damage resulting in injury.The TV is heavy. Handle the TV by 2 or more people. Support as shown to avoid injury by the TV tipping or falling.
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Auto power standby functionIf no signal is received and no operation is performed in Analogue TV mode for 30 minutes, the TV will automatically go to standby mode.
Keep the TV away from these types of equipmentElectronic equipmentIn particular, do not place video equipment near the TV. Electromagnetic interference may distort images / sound.Equipment with an infrared sensorThis TV also emits infrared rays. This may affect operation of other equipment.
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Do not display a still picture for a long timeThis causes the image to remain on the plasma screen (“image retention”).This is not considered a malfunction and is not covered by the warranty.Typical still images
Programme number and other logosImage displayed in “4:3” modeVideo gameComputer image
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To prevent image retention, contrast is lowered automatically after a few minutes if no signals are sent or no operations are performed. (p. 54)
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MaintenanceFirst, remove the mains plug from the socket outlet.
Display panelRegular care: Gently wipe the surface clean of dirt by using a soft cloth.Major contamination: Wipe the surface clean using a soft cloth dampened with clean water or diluted neutral detergent(1 part detergent to 100 parts water). Then, using a soft dry cloth, evenly wipe the surface clean until it is dry.
CautionThe surface of the display panel has been specially treated and may be easily damaged.Do not tap or scratch the surface with your fingernail or other hard object.Take care not to subject the surface to insect repellent, solvent, thinner, or other volatile substances.This may degrade surface quality.
Cabinet, PedestalRegular care: Wipe the surface clean using a soft dry cloth.Major contamination: Dampen a soft cloth with clean water or water containing a small amount of neutral detergent.Then, wring the cloth and wipe the surface clean with it. Finally, wipe the surface clean with a dry cloth.
CautionTake care not to subject the TV's surfaces to detergent. A liquid inside the TV could lead to product failure. Take care not to subject surfaces to insect repellent, solvent, thinner, or other volatile substances.This may deteriorate the surface by peeling the paint. Do not allow the cabinet and pedestal to make contact with a rubber or PVC substance for a long time.
Mains plugWipe the mains plug with a dry cloth at regular intervals. Moisture and dust may lead to fire or electrical shock.
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LicenceDVB is a trademark of the DVB Digital Video Broadcasting Project (1991 to 1996).VGA is a trademark of International Business Machines Corporation.S-VGA is a registered trademark of the Video Electronics Standard Association. SDHC Logo is a trademark.HDMI, the HDMI Logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC.HDAVI ControlTM is a trademark of Panasonic Corporation.“AVCHD” and the “AVCHD” logo are trademarks of Panasonic Corporation and Sony Corporation.Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.Macintosh is a trademark of Apple Inc.VIERA CAST™ is a trademark of Panasonic Corporation.YouTube and Picasa are trademarks of Google, Inc.
Even if no special notation has been made of company or product trademarks, these trademarks have been fully respected.
This product is licensed under the AVC patent portfolio license for the personal and non-commercial use of a consumer to (i) encode video in compliance with the AVC Standard (“AVC Video”) and/or (ii) decode AVC Video that was encoded by a consumer engaged in a personal and non-commercial activity and/or was obtained from a video provider licensed to provide AVC Video. No license is granted or shall be implied for any other use. Additional information may be obtained from MPEG LA, LLC. See http://www.mpegla.com.
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Accessories / Options
CautionThis product contains possibly dangerous parts (such as plastic bags), that can be breathed in or swallowed by young children accidentally. Keep these parts out of reach of young children.
Check that you have the accessories and items shown Remote Control
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● Batteries for the Remote Control (2)
R6 (AA)● Pedestal
p. 8 Fall-prevention parts
p. 9
Cleaning cloth Mains Lead p. 11
Ferrite core (2) p. 48
Use the Ferrite cores to comply with the EMC standard.
Operating Instructions with Warranty statement
Standard accessories
Installing remote’s batteries
1 Pull open
Hook
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Note the correct polarity (+ or -)
Close
CautionIncorrect installation may cause battery leakage and corrosion, resulting in damage to the remote control.Do not mix old and new batteries.Do not mix different battery types (such as alkaline and manganese batteries).Do not use rechargeable (Ni-Cd) batteries.Do not burn or breakup batteries.Batteries must not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the like.
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Optional accessoriesWall-hanging bracket
TY-WK4P1RW● CautionIn order to maintain the unit’s performance and safety, be absolutely sure to ask your dealer or a licenced contractor to secure the wall-hanging brackets.Carefully read the instructions accompanying the wall-hanging bracket, and be absolutely sure to take steps to prevent the TV from falling off.Handle the TV carefully during installation since subjecting it to impact or other forces may cause product damage.
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Accessories / OptionsAttaching the pedestal
WarningDo not disassemble or modify the pedestal.
Otherwise the TV may fall over and become damaged, and personal injury may result.●Caution
Do not use any other TV and displays.Otherwise the TV may fall over and become damaged, and personal injury may result.
Do not use the pedestal if it becomes warped or physically damaged.If you use the pedestal while it is physically damaged, personal injury may result. Contact your nearest Panasonic dealer immediately.
During set-up, make sure that all screws are securely tightened.If insufficient care is taken to ensure screws are properly tightened during assembly, the pedestal will not be strong enough to support the TV, and it might fall over and become damaged, and personal injury may result.
Ensure that the TV does not fall over.If the TV is knocked or children climb onto the pedestal with the TV installed, the TV may fall over and personal injury may result.
Two or more people are required to install and remove the TV.If two or more people are not present, the TV may be dropped, and personal injury may result.
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Assembly screw (4)(silver)XYN5+F18FN●
Assembly screw (4)(black)THEL064N●
Pole (2)L:TBL3DA3008R:TBL3DA3007
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TBL3DX0009 (TH-P42G15A)TBL3DX0010 (TH-P50G15A)
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Assembling the pedestalUse the four assembly screws to fasten the left and right poles to the base securely.
Make sure that the screws are securely tightened.Forcing the assembly screws the wrong way will strip the threads.“L” or “R” mark is stamped on the bottom of the pole.
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Securing the TVUse the assembly screws to fasten securely.
Make sure that the screws are securely tightened.Carry out the work on a horizontal and level surface.
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View from the bottom
Hole for pedestal installation
Adjust the panel to your desired angle• Ensure that the pedestal does not hang over the edge
of the base even if the TV swivels to the full rotation range.• Do not place any objects or hands within the full rotation range.
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Set the mark at the centre as illustrated, to have the swivel positioned at the centre of the rotation angle.
• TH-P42G15Aa: 520 mm / b: 355 mm / c: 15°• TH-P50G15Aa: 528 mm / b: 407 mm / c: 10°
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Identifying ControlsTV
PC terminal
AV4 IN terminals
Headphone jack
HDMI4 terminal
SD card slotFunction Select
Volume / Contrast / Brightness / Colour / Sharpness / Tint (NTSC mode) / Bass / Treble / Balance / “Digital TV Auto Tuning” or “Analogue TV Auto Tuning” (p. 24 - 25)
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Change the channel up/down. When a function is displayed, press up/down to adjust the setting of the selected function. When in standby mode, switches TV on.Change the input mode
Preventing the TV from falling overThis TV could fall over if it's pushed, pulled or knocked down.We therefore recommend the TV is secured to the base as illustrated.
This measure is designed to reduce the risk of injury from a falling TV. However, it cannot guarantee protection in all cases.
Fall-prevention parts
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Securing to a baseFix pedestal and base together with band. Screw
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This image is for illustrative purposes only.
Band Clamp Screw Wood screwTKLA4301● TKL3DA0101●
C.A.T.S. (Contrast Automatic Tracking System) sensorSenses brightness to adjust picture quality when “Eco Mode” in the Picture Menu is set to “On” (p. 24)
●Mains power On / Off
Switch On to turn on the TV or turn the TV to standby mode by the remote control
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Remote control signal receiverDo not place any objects between the TV remote control signal receiver and remote control.
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Power LEDStandby: redOn: greenWhen using the remote control, indicates the TV has received a command.
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EXIT
TEXT STTL INDEX HOLD
ASPECT
PROGRAMMEREC
INPUT
TV AV
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OPTION RETURN
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Remote Control
Cursor buttonsMakes selections and adjustments●
Standby On / Off switchSwitches TV On or Off standby●
Surround (p. 24)Switches surrounding sound setting●
Aspect (p. 16)Changes aspect ratio from Aspect Selection listAlso possible by pressing this button repeatedly until you reach the desired aspect
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Channel Up / DownSelects channel in sequence●
Teletext (p. 18)Switches to teletext mode●
OKConfirms selections and choicesPress after selecting channel positions to quickly change programme
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VCR / DVD Panasonic equipment operations (p. 21)
Volume Up / Down
Index (p. 19)Returns to the teletext index page (teletext mode)
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Coloured buttonsUsed for the selection, navigation and operation of various functions
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ExitReturns to the normal viewing screen●
Numeric buttonsChanges channel and teletext pagesWhen in Standby mode, switches TV On
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SD Card (p. 35)Switches to SD Card viewing mode●
VIERA CAST (p. 44)Displays VIERA CAST home screen●
Sound MuteSwitches sound mute On or Off●
Subtitles (p. 14)Displays subtitles●
Input mode selectionTV - switches Digital TV / Analogue TV
mode (p. 14)AV - switches to AV input mode from
Input Selection list (p. 20)
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Stereo / Bilingual Sound Selection (p. 50)
Changes the sound track when more than two choices are available (Digital TV mode) (p. 16)
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ReturnReturns to the previous menu●
HoldFreeze / unfreeze picture (p. 14)Holds the current teletext page (teletext mode) (p. 18)
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Main Menu (p. 22)Press to access Picture, Sound and Setup Menus
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Channel / Programme Information (p. 15)
Displays channel and programme information
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VIERA TOOLS (p. 43)Displays functions of the linked equipment and SD card
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Option Menu (p. 16)Easy setting for sound options●
Guide (p. 17)Displays TV Guide●
VIERA Link (p. 38)Press to access VIERA Link Menu●
Identifying Controls
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Connecting DVD Recorder / VCRTV, DVD Recorder or VCR
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COMPONENTVIDEO COMPONENTVIDEO VIDEO S VIDEO
AUDIO AUDIO
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RF INAUDIOOUT
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Basic ConnectionExternal equipment and cables shown are not supplied with this TV.Please ensure that the TV is disconnected from the mains socket before attaching or disconnecting any leads.When disconnecting the mains lead, be absolutely sure to disconnect the mains plug at the socket outlet first.
Connecting aerialTV only
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COMPONENTVIDEO COMPONENTVIDEO VIDEO S VIDEO
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NoteDo not put the RF cable close to the mains lead to avoid noise.Do not place the RF cable under the TV. To obtain optimum quality picture and sound, an Aerial, the correct cable (75 Ω coaxial) and the correct terminating plug are required. If a communal Aerial system is used, you may require the correct connection cable and plug between the wall Aerial socket and the TV. Your local Television Service Centre or dealer may be able to assist you in obtaining the correct Aerial system for your particular area and the accessories required.Any matters regarding Aerial installation, upgrading of existing systems or accessories required, and the costs incurred, are the responsibility of you, the Customer.VIERA Link connection p. 38Read the manual of the equipment too.
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Aerial
RF cableMains lead(supplied)
AC 220 - 240 V, 50 / 60 Hz
Rear of the TV
Rear of the TVAerial
Mains lead (supplied)
RF cable
RF cable
RCA cable
AC 220 - 240 V, 50 / 60 Hz
DVD Recorder or VCR
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Push until both side tabs click
Press both tabs and pull on mains connector to release
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Make sure that the mains lead is securely fixed.
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INPUT
REC PROGRAMME
INDEX HOLDSTTLTEXT
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Auto TuningSearch and store TV channels automatically.These steps are not necessary if the setup has been completed by your local dealer.
1 Plug the TV into mains socket and switch OnYou can now use the remote control to turn On the TV or switch the TV to standby mode.(Power LED: On)
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2 Select your areaSelect State / Territory
Northern Territory
QueenslandVictoria
New South Wales / Australian Capital Territory
Tasmania
South AustraliaWestern Australia
select
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3 Select Auto Scan TypeAuto Scan Type
Digital TV Channels onlyAll Channels
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4 Start Auto Tuning
Auto Tuning
This will take about 6 minutes.
EXIT
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62RF Ch Channel Name Type Quality
CBBC Channel Digital TV 1062 BBC Radio Wales Digital TV 1062 E4 Digital TV 1062 Cartoon Nwk Digital TV 1029 Analogue TV -33
Digital TV: 4 Analogue TV: 2Searching
Analogue TV -
Analogue TV Scan CH 0 75Digital TV Scan CH 6 69
Auto Tuning will start to search for TV channels and store them.The sorted channel order depends upon the TV signal, the broadcasting system and reception conditions.
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5 Select the viewing environmentPlease select your viewing environment.
Home Shop
“Home” is the recommended mode for viewing at home. Select “Home” for optimal picture / power consumption. “Shop” is for in-store display. Home: “Viewing Mode” is set as “Normal”. (p. 24) Shop: “Viewing Mode” is set as “Dynamic”. (p. 24)
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Auto Tuning is complete
If you select “Shop” by mistakeReturn to the “Home” or “Shop” Selection menu
Select “Home”
Automatic DemoOff On
RETURN Please select your viewing environment.Home Shop Auto Tuning is complete
Once you press the OK button in this menu, the TV is set to Shop mode.Please reset all settings to set to “Home” mode.
“Shipping Condition” (p. 32)
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Many features available on this TV can be accessed via the On-Screen Display menu.
ON SCREEN HELP Instructions box (example: Sound Menu)
SelectEXITChangeRETURN
Reset Sound Defaults Reset
Mode MusicBassTrebleBalanceHeadphone VolumeSurround OffVolume Correction
Sound Menu
Speaker Distance to Wall Over 30cm
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On-screen operation guide
How to use remote control
MENUOpen the Main Menu
Move the cursor / select the menu
Move the cursor / adjust levels / select from a range of options
Access the menu / store settings after adjustments have been made or options have been set
RETURNReturn to the previous menu
EXITExit the menu system and return to the normal viewing screen
NoteTo edit channels “Editing Channels” (p. 28)If tuning has failed “Tuning Channels” (p. 30)To reset all settings “Shipping Condition” (p. 32)If you turned the TV Off during Standby mode last time, the TV will be in Standby mode when you turn the TV On with Mains power On / Off switch.
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REC PROGRAMME
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Freeze / unfreeze picture
Display / hide subtitles (if available)STTL
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Watching TV
Other useful functions
1 Turn power onPOWER Mains power On / Off switch should be On. (p. 9)●
2 Select Digital TV or Analogue TV modeTV Also possible to select the mode using the TV button
on the side panel of the TV. (p. 9)●
1 BBS CH05 5.5MHz Coronation Street
Information banner appears whenever you select a channel
For details p. 15●
3 Select a channelabc def
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To select the two or three-digit channel number, e.g. 39
def wxyz (in a short time)If one or two-digit channel number
quickly changes the channel
●
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To select from the Channel List
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Cartoon NwkAll Digital Channels
BBC Radio WalesBBC Radio CymruBBC ONE WalesBBC THREEBBCiCBBC Channel
6781234
SelectView EXIT
RETURN
Page up
Page down
watch
select a channel
Select a channel using information banner (p. 15)Possible to confirm the programme name before selecting channels.
Display information banner if it is not displayed
While the banner is displayed, select a channel
Possible to set display timeout in “Banner Display Timeout” (p. 25).
●
select a channel
watch
INFO
Select a channel using TV Guide (Digital TV mode) (p. 17)Possible to confirm the TV Guide (EPG) before selecting channels.
Display TV Guide Select a channel select a channel
watch
NoteWhen the TV is switched to standby, there will be a clicking sound after a short delay. This is normal.
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Display information banner
Other useful functions
To confirm another tuned channel name● To watch the programme listed in the banner
●
To select a favourite list (Digital TV mode)● B
To hide● EXIT
Information on the next programme(Digital TV mode)
●
To set display timeout “Banner Display Timeout” (p. 25)
●
Extra information(press again to hide the banner)(Digital TV mode)
● INFO
1 TEN DigitalCoronation Street
Bad signal 459:00 am - 11:00 am Now
All Digital ChannelsSelect favourites
Rating: PG
10:30am
Software update
15
Display information bannerAlso appears when changing channels●
Channel
(example)Digital TV: Programme Start / Finish timeAnalogue TV: Channel status
Programme name Current time
Features available / Message meanings
Sound mute On Bad signal Poor TV signal quality (Digital TV mode)
Teletext service available
, I , II ,
Audio mode (p. 50)(Analogue TV mode)
Encrypted Scrambled programme (Digital TV mode)
Multiple audio available (Digital TV mode)
Rating: Rating information (Digital TV mode) (p. 50)
Subtitle service available (Digital TV mode)
1 - 90 Off Timer remaining timeFor settings see below●
Off Timer
Select the region where you live to adjust the standard time.
The time contained in the broadcast signal is UTC (Universal Time coordinated) formally known as GMT (Greenwich Mean Time).
●Select time offset from the standard time for Summer Time.
Normally select “Auto”.If there is a gap between displayed time and actual time, set this function.
●●
Region Standard time Daylight Saving Time: Auto(During Summer Time)
NSW / ACT +10:00 +11:00VictoriaQueensland +10:00South Australia +9:30 +10:30Western Australia +8:00 +9:00Northern Territory +9:30Tasmania +10:00 +11:00
(Based on GMT)These items can be set from “Other settings” in Setup Menu. (p. 23, 25)●
Adjust the standard time Region Select Adjust for Summer Time Daylight Saving Time
To cancel Set to “Off” or turn the TV off.To display the remaining time Information bannerWhen the remaining time is within 3 minutes, the remaining time will flash on screen.
●●●
Turn the TV off automatically after a fixed period of time (Off / 15 / 30 / 45 / 60 / 75 / 90 minutes)
MENU Main MenuPictureSoundSetup
select
access Setup Menu
VIERA Link SettingsDisplay Settings
System Menu
Off Timer
Other Settings
Digital TV Tuning Menu
Network Setup
Off
set select
Select “Off Timer” and set the time
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Other useful functions
ASPECT Change the aspect ratio
Enjoy viewing the picture at its optimum size and aspect.
ASPECTDisplay Aspect Selection list
store
selectWhile the list is displayed, select the mode
To change the mode using the ASPECT button only
ASPECT
Press repeatedly until you reach the desired mode
●
16:9 14:9 JustDirectly displays the image at “16:9” without distortion (anamorphic).
Displays the image at the standard “14:9” without distortion.
Displays a “4:3” image full-screen. Stretching is only noticeable at the left and right edges.
4:3 4:3 Full Zoom1Displays the image at the standard “4:3” without distortion.
Displays a “4:3” image enlarged horizontally to fit the screen.
Digital TV mode and HD signal only
●
Displays a “16:9” letterbox or “4:3” image without distortion.
Zoom2 Zoom3Displays a “16:9” letterbox (anamorphic) image full-screen without distortion.
Displays a “2.35:1” letterbox (anamorphic) image full-screen without distortion. At “16:9”, displays the image at its maximum (with slight enlargement).
NoteOnly “16:9” and “4:3 Full” are available in Digital TV mode.Only “16:9” and “4:3” are available in PC mode.Only “16:9” is available when “Viewing Mode” is set to “Game”.Not available in teletext mode.Aspect mode can be memorized separately for SD (Standard definition) and HD (High definition) signals. (except Digital TV mode)
●●●●●
SelectChange EXIT
RETURN
Aspect Selection
16:9
Just14:9
4:3 Full4:3
Zoom1Zoom2Zoom3 Aspect
Selection list
Change aspect ratio
16
Watching TV
OPTION Check or change the current programme status instantly
select change
Change the settings
NoteAlso possible to change the settings in Menu list (p. 24 and p. 25).●
Display the selectable settings for the current programme
Audio Selection (Digital TV mode)Allows you to select between alternative language for sound tracks (if available)MPX (Analogue TV mode)
Sound Menu (p. 24)
Volume CorrectionAdjusts volume of individual programme or input mode
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INFO
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Using TV Guide
View TV GuideEach time pressed, the layout will be changed.(Landscape / Portrait)
TV Guide: Landscape
All Types All Channels
TEN Digital Eastender DIY SOS The Bill Red Cap3:00 amTime: 3:30 am 4:00 am 4:30 am 5:00 am
ABC TV Sydney Hot Wars Horiday ProgramSBS DIGITAL Emmerdal. Coronation Street The BillFTV guide 10 O’ clock News BBC Pepsi Char. Good bye NEWS
HelloNewsJapan
DramaLive junctionSports
7 Digital Panorama Sex And The City TerminatorBBCi I’m A Celebrity Pop Idol NewsBBC Radi
12347
105719
DDDDDDD Rugby 15 To 1 The Bill
View
Select channel
Select programmeRETURN
Page up
Page down
+24 hours Prog.Type Favourites-24 hours
EXIT
Wed 26.03.2008 11:27 am
Wed, 26.03.20081 TEN Digital2:54 am - 3:24 am DIY SOS : We open in the Battersbys
InfoPortrait/LandscapeGUIDE
TV Guide date Programme name
Landscape (Displays by channel)
Current date and time
Example:
Channel
TV Guide time
D 1 TEN Digital 3:00 am - 3:30 am 3:30 am - 4:00 am4:00 am - 4:30 am
4:30 am - 5:00 am 5:00 am - 5:30 am5:30 am - 6:00 am6:00 am - 6:30 am
EastenderDIY SOSThe BillRed CapLive junctionPOP 100Rugby
D 2 ABC TV Sydney D 4 FTV guideD 3 SBS DIGITAL D 7 7 Digital
View
Select programme
Select channelRETURN
+24 hours Prog.Type Favourites
EXIT
All Types All Channels
TV Guide: Portrait Wed 26.03.2008 11:27 am
Wed, 26.03.2008
InfoPortrait/LandscapeGUIDE
-24 hours
Portrait (Displays by time)
Example:
To the previous day R To the next day G To watch the programme
watch
select
To view a channel list of the selected favourite list B
All Channels
All Digital Channels
All Analogue Channels
Favourites1
Favourites2
Favourites3
Favourites4
FavouritesAll Channels
(favourite list)
select a favourite list
view
To list favourite channels p. 29
To view details of the programmeSelect the programme
selectPress again to return to TV Guide.
●INFO
To view a channel list of the selected type Y
(Type list)
select type
view
All TypesMovieNews
SportEntertainment
Children’sMusic
.....
Prog. typeAll Types
Using TV Guide enables you to select programme easily, view programme informations, etc.TV Guide―Electronic Programme Guide (EPG) provides an on-screen listing of the programmes currently broadcast and the future broadcasts over the next seven days (depending on the broadcasters).
To return to TV EXIT
NoteWhen this TV is turned on for the first time, or the TV is switched off for more than a week, it may take some time before the TV Guide is completely shown.
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Stop automatic updating(If you wish to hold the current page without updating)
To resume HOLD
HOLD
To change mode “Teletext” in Setup Menu (p. 25)ASPECT
OPTION RETURN
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INDEX HOLDSTTLTEXT
MENU
R G Y B
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Viewing TeletextYou can enjoy teletext broadcasting, including news, weather forecasts and subtitles, if this service is provided by the broadcasters.
What is FASTEXT mode?In FASTEXT mode, four differently coloured subjects are situated at the bottom of the screen. To access moreinformation about one of these subjects, press the appropriately coloured button. This facility enables fast access toinformation on the subjects shown.What is TOP mode? (in case of TOP text broadcasting)TOP is a particular improvement of the standard teletext service that results in an easier search and effective guide.
Fast overview of the teletext information available Easy to use step-by-step selection of the topical subject Page status information at the bottom of the screen
Available page up / down R
G
To select among subject blocks B
To select next subject within the subject block(After the last subject, it moves to the next subject block.)
Y
What is List mode?In List mode, four differently coloured page numbers are situated at the bottom of the screen. Each of these numbers can be altered and stored in the TV’s memory. (“Store frequently viewed pages”, p. 19)
●●●
Using teletext conveniently
Hold
Reveal hidden dataMENU R Reveal hidden words e.g. quiz page answers
Re-hide R
1 Switch to TeletextTEXT Displays Index
(content variesdepending on thebroadcasters)
●<< 01 02 03 04 05 06 07 >>
TELETEXT INFORMATION
17:51 28 Feb Time / dateCurrent page number
Sub page number
Colour bar
2 Select the page (up to page 899)R G Y B
abc def
jklghi mno
tuvpqrs wxyzor or
(Corresponds to the colour bar)
or
To adjust contrast
MENU
(Press three times) As the blue bar is displayed
To return to TV TEXT
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INDEX STTL
FULL / TOP / BOTTOM
Using teletext conveniently
INDEX Call up SubtitlesReturn to the main index page Display subtitles
Call up P801 (subtitle page) if available.If you press this button during P801 is displayed, teletext mode will be cancelled and return to TV.
●●
Store frequently viewed pages
View sub page
Watch TV while waiting for update
View in multiwindow
Store frequently viewed pages in the colour bar (List mode only)
Correspondingcolour button(As page is displayed)
press and hold
The number changes to white.To change stored pages
Colour button you want to change
abc def
jklghi mno
tuvpqrs wxyz
Enter new page number press and hold
View sub page (Only when teletext is more than one page)
Appears at top of the screen
To view specific sub page MENU B mno
example: P6Enter the 4-digit number
Sub pages:The number of sub pages varies depending on the broadcasters.It may take some time for searching, during which time you can watch TV.
●
View the TV picture while searching for a teletext pageTeletext automatically updates itself when new information becomes available.
MENU Y
P108 Appearswhenupdating iscompleted Y View the updated page
Changes to TV screen temporarily(You cannot change the programme.)
The news page provides a function that indicates arrival of latest news (“News Flash”).●
MENU G
Normal (FULL)(BOTTOM)
(Expand the BOTTOM half)
(TOP)
(Expand the TOP half)
Watch TV and Teletext in two windows at onceMENU
(Press twice) Select teletext only or picture / teletext.
Operations can be made only in Teletext screen.●
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VIERATOOLS
EXIT
INDEX HOLDSTTLTEXT
ASPECT
OPTION RETURN
MENU
GUID
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MUTE SURROUND
R G Y B
INFO
POWER
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INPUT
REC PROGRAMME
TV AV
BD/DVD TV
POWER
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Watching Videos and DVDsConnect the external equipment (VCRs, DVD equipment, etc.) and you can watch the input.
To connect the equipment p. 11You can operate some functions of selected Panasonic external equipment with this remote control.●
To return to TV TV
1 Display the input selection menuAV
2 Select the input mode of the connected equipmentInput Selection
AV1AV2AV3AV4PCHDMI1HDMI2
TV
HDMI3HDMI4
select
watch
You can also select the input using the AV button on the remote control or the side panel of the TV.Press the button repeatedly until the desired input is selected. You can label or skip each input mode “Input Labels” (p. 26)
●
●
3 ViewDisplays the selected mode
NoteIf the external equipment has an aspect adjustment function, set to “16:9”.For details, see the manual of the equipment or ask your local dealer.
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BD/DVD / TV switch∗Switch to BD/DVD to operate Panasonic DVD Recorder, DVD Player, Player theatre, Blu-ray Disc theatre or VCRSwitch to TV to operate VIERA Link equipment
“VIERA Link Control” (p. 41)
POWER StandbySet to Standby mode / Turn on
PlayPlayback videocassette / DVD
StopStop the operations
Rewind / Skip / SearchVCR: Rewind, view the picture rapidly in reverseDVD: Skip to the previous track or title
Press and hold to search backward
Fast-forward / Skip / SearchVCR: Fast-forward, view the picture rapidly forwardDVD: Skip to the next track or title
Press and hold to search forward
PausePause / ResumeDVD: Press and hold to play at slow speed
PROGRAMME Programme Up / DownSelect programme
REC RecordStart recording
Panasonic equipment connected to the TV can be directly operated with the remote control.
∗Setting your remote control to operate the Panasonic equipment Switch to BD/DVD
Press and hold POWER during the following operations
Enter the appropriate codeSee table below
abc def
jklghi mno
tuvpqrs wxyz Press
Type of equipment CodeDVD Recorder / DVD Player / Blu-ray Disc Player 70 (default)
Player theatre / Blu-ray Disc theatre 71VCR 72
NoteConfirm if the remote control works correctly after changing the code.The codes will be reset to default values if batteries are replaced.Some operations may not be possible on some equipment models.
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Choose from among alternatives To reset the settingsTo reset the picture settings only
“Reset Picture Defaults” in Picture Menu (p. 24)
To reset the sound settings only “Reset Sound Defaults” in Sound Menu (p. 25)
To reset all settings “Shipping Condition” (p. 32)in Setup Menu
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Colour Balance Normal
Changed
Number and positions of alternatives
Adjust using the slide barSharpness 50
Moved
Go to the next screenDigital TV Tuning Menu Access
Displays the next screen
Enter characters by free input menuUser inputNameA B C D E F G H I J K L M NU V W X Y Z 0 1 2 3 4 5 6a b c d e f g h i j k l m nu v w x y z ( ) + - . * _
O P Q R S T7 8 9 ! : #o p q r s t
ARETURN
Store set
select abc def
jklghi mno
tuvpqrs wxyz
or
To delete a character R● To delete all characters B●Every press changes the character by one. Leave it for a second to set the character, or press OK or any numeric button within a second.See the table below for the corresponding characters for each numeric button.
Numeric buttons Characters Numeric buttons Characters1 . 1 ! : # + - * _ ( ) 6 m n o 6 M N O2 a b c 2 A B C 7 p q r s 7 P Q R S3 d e f 3 D E F 8 t u v 8 T U V4 g h i 4 G H I 9 w x y z 9 W X Y Z5 j k l 5 J K L 0 Space 0
INPUT
REC PROGRAMME
INDEX HOLDSTTLTEXT
ASPECT
TV AV
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OPTION
GUID
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MUTE SURROUND
G Y
INFO
POWER
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VIERATOOLS
VIER
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RETURN
MENU
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How to Use Menu Functions
1 Display the menuMENU Displays the functions that can be set (varies according to
the input signal)●
2 Select the menuMain Menu
PictureSoundSetup
(example)
access
select
3 Select the item1/2
Normal Picture Menu
90Viewing ModeContrastBrightnessColourSharpnessTintColour Balance NormalColour Management On
5050
0
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x.v.Colour Auto
(example)
select
4 Adjust or select1/2
Normal Picture Menu
90Viewing ModeContrastBrightnessColourSharpnessTintColour Balance Normal
x.v.Colour AutoColour Management On
5050
0
0
(example)
change
store or access( Required by some functions)
Various menus allow you to make settings for the picture, sound, and other functions.
To return to TV at any time
EXIT
To return to the previous screen
RETURN
To change menu pages
up
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VIERA Link SettingsDisplay Settings
System Menu
Off Timer
Other Settings
Digital TV Tuning Menu
Access
Access
OffAccess
Analogue TV Tuning Menu Access
AccessNetwork Setup Access
Access
(p. 25, 45)
(p. 24, 25)
2/2
SPDIF Selection AutoMPEG Optical Level 0 dBHDMI1 Input Digital
Sound Menu Digital Audio Preference MPEG
Reset Sound Defaults Reset
Mode MusicBassTrebleBalanceHeadphone VolumeSurround OffVolume Correction
Sound Menu
Speaker Distance to Wall Over 30cm
1/2
+4+4
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MPX Stereo
Channel ListAuto Tuning
Digital TV Tuning Menu
Update Channel List
Signal Condition
Manual Tuning Access
Favourites Edit Access
Access
AccessAccess
AccessNew Channel Message On
Add MPEG-4 AVC Channels Access
(p. 30)
Display Settings
OnPlaying Time Display
AccessInput Labels
TOPTeletext
Banner Display Timeout 3 seconds
HighSide Panel
(p. 25)
Access
VIERA Link Settings
Power on Link OffVIERA Link
Power off Link On
On
AccessStandby Power Save OffAccessIntelligent Auto Standby Off
(p. 39)
System Menu
AccessSoftware LicenceAccessSystem UpdateAccessShipping Condition
System Information Access
(p. 25)
Analogue TV Tuning MenuChannel List AccessAuto Tuning AccessManual Tuning Access
(p. 30)
Other Settings
AutoDaylight Saving Time
OffPicture OverscanOffPower Save
Region Select NSW / ACT
OffIntelligent Frame Creation
SD Card LED On
(p. 25)
2/2 Picture Menu
Reset Picture Defaults ResetAdvanced Settings Access3D-COMB OnP-NR OffEco Mode Off
(p. 24)
1/2Normal
Picture Menu
90Viewing ModeContrastBrightnessColourSharpnessTintColour Balance Normal
x.v.Colour AutoColour Management On
5050
0
0
Gamma 2.2Reset Advanced Settings Reset
Advanced Settings
W/B Low BW/B Low RW/B High BW/B High R
(p. 33)
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Depending on the received signals, available items are varied.●
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How to Use Menu FunctionsMenu list
Menu Item Adjustments / Configurations (alternatives)
Pict
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Viewing Mode
Basic picture mode (Dynamic / Normal / Cinema / Game)Dynamic : Provides enhanced picture contrast and sharpness when viewing in a bright roomNormal : Recommended for viewing under normal ambient room lighting conditionsCinema : For watching movies in a darkened room producing a cinema-like pictureGame : Game playing time is displayed only when connecting a game equipment.
Set for each input signal.●Contrast, Brightness, Colour, Sharpness
Increases or decreases the levels of these options according to your personal preference
Tint With an NTSC signal source connected to the TV, the picture hue can be adjusted to suit your taste.For NTSC or Component / HDMI input signal reception only●
Colour Balance Allows you to set the overall colour tone of the picture (Cool / Normal / Warm)
Colour Management Automatically adjusts colours to vivid ones (Off / On)Not valid on PC signal●
x.v.ColourIncreases the colour gradations (Off / Auto)This is effective when watching HD moving pictures with extended gamut (xvYCC) from external equipment.
HDMI input mode or Movie View Mode (p. 37) only●Eco Mode Adjusts picture settings automatically dependent on ambient lighting conditions (Off / On)
P-NRPicture Noise ReductionAutomatically reduces unwanted picture noise and flicker noise in the contoured parts of a picture (Off / Min / Mid / Max)
Not valid on PC signal●
3D-COMBOccasionally, whilst viewing still or slow moving pictures, colour patterning may be seen.Set to “On” to display sharper and more accurate colours. (Off / On)
For PAL or NTSC signal reception only Not valid on S-Video, Component, PC, HDMI and SD Card
●●
Advanced Settings Set for colour balance, view and position. (p. 33)Set for colour balance in Normal or Cinema viewing mode.
Reset Picture Defaults Press the OK button to reset the present Picture Menu to the default settings.
Soun
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Mode Basic sound mode (Music / Speech)
Bass Increases or decreases level to enhance or minimise lower, deeper sound output
Treble Increases or decreases level to enhance or minimise sharper, higher sound output
Balance Adjusts volume level of right and left speakers
Headphone Volume Adjusts the volume of the headphones
SurroundSurround sound settings (Off / V-Audio / V-Audio Surround)V-Audio: Provides a dynamic enhancer to simulate improved spatial effectsV-Audio Surround: Provides a dynamic enhancer of width and depth to simulate improved spatial effects
Switching is also possible by the Surround button on the remote control. (p. 10)●Volume Correction Adjusts volume of individual channel or input mode
Speaker Distance to Wall
Adjusts the low frequency sound (Over 30cm / Up to 30cm)Over 30cm: Recommended when the back space between the TV and wall is over 30 cmUp to 30cm: Recommended when the back space between the TV and wall is within 30 cm
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MPX
Selects stereo / monaural (Mono / Stereo) (p. 50) Normally: StereoStereo signal cannot be received: Mono M1 / M2: Available while mono signal is transmittedAnalogue TV mode only
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Digital Audio Preference
Selects the initial setting for Audio tracks (Dolby D / MPEG)If programme has both Dolby Digital and MPEG audio tracks, priority is given to what you select.Dolby D: A method of coding digital signals developed by Dolby Laboratories. Apart from
stereo (2ch) audio, these signals can also be multi-channel audio.MPEG: An audio compression method that compresses audio to small size without any
considerable loss of audio quality.Digital TV mode only●
SPDIF Selection
Selects the initial setting for digital audio output signal from DIGITAL AUDIO OUT terminal (Auto / PCM)Auto: Dolby Digital is output as Dolby Digital Bitstream. MPEG is output as PCM.PCM: Dolby Digital is output as PCM. MPEG is output as PCM.
Digital TV mode only●
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MPEG Optical LevelYou can adjust the audio level of MPEG output from DIGITAL AUDIO OUT terminal as the initial setting.
0dB to -12dB in -2dB reductions Digital TV mode only
●●
HDMI1 / 4 Input
Select to fit the input signal. (Digital / Analogue) (p. 34)Digital: HDMI cable connectionAnalogue: HDMI-DVI adapter cable connection
HDMI input mode onlyHDMI2 / 3 terminals are for digital signal only.
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Reset Sound Defaults Press the OK button to reset the present Sound Menu to the default settings.
Setu
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Off Timer Sets the time the TV automatically turns Off (Off / 15 / 30 / 45 / 60 / 75 / 90 minutes) (p. 15)
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Favourites Edit Creates list of favourite channels (Digital TV mode) (p. 29)
Channel List Skips the unwanted channels (p. 29)
Auto Tuning Sets all Digital TV or Analogue TV channels automatically (p. 30)
Manual Tuning Sets the TV channels manually (p. 31)
Update Channel List Update the channel list. (Digital TV mode) (p. 31)
New Channel Message Displays a message when new Digital TV channels are found. (Off / On) (p. 31)
Signal Condition Checks the Digital TV signal condition (p. 31)
Add MPEG-4 AVC Channels
Activates the reception of MPEG-2 and MPEG-4 AVC channelsUse this function if MPEG-4 AVC services start in your area.All previous tuning settings are erased.Once activated, this option is removed from the Digital TV Tuning Menu.
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Teletext Teletext display mode (TOP (FASTEXT) / List) (p. 18)
Side Panel Increases the brightness of the side panel (Off / Low / Mid / High)The recommended setting is “High” to prevent panel “image retention”.●
Input Labels Labels or skips each input mode (p. 26)
Banner Display Timeout
Sets how long the information banner stays on screen from 0 (No display) to 10 sec. in 1-sec. increments
Playing Time Display
Displays the length of time in every thirty minutes for playing game (Off / On)When “Viewing Mode” is set to “Game”●
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Power on Link Sets to use Power on Link functions (Off / On) (p. 39)
Power off Link Sets to use Power off Link functions (Off / On) (p. 39)
Standby Power Save Controls the power consumption in Standby mode of the connected equipment to reduce the consumption (Off / On) (p. 39)
Intelligent Auto Standby
Makes unwatched or unused connected equipment go into Standby mode to reduce the power consumption (Off / On (With reminder) / On (No reminder)) (p. 39)
Network Setup Sets the network setting to use in your network environment (p. 45)
Syst
em m
enu Shipping Condition Resets all settings to the original condition (p. 32)
System Update Downloads new software to TV (p. 27)
Software Licence Displays the software licence information
System Information Displays the system information of this TV
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Intelligent Frame Creation
Automatically compensates the picture frame rate to make the image smooth (Off / On)Set to “Off” if the image wiggles.●
Power Save Reduces brightness of picture to minimise power consumption (Off / On)
Picture Overscan
Selects the screen area for displaying the image (Off / On)On: Enlarges the image to hide the edge of the imageOff: Displays the image in the original size
Set to “On” if noise is generated on the edges of the image.This function is available when aspect is set to “16:9”.This function can be memorized separately for SD (Standard Definition) and HD (High Definition) signals.
●●●
SD Card LED Lights blue LED while SD Card is inserted (Off / On) (p. 35)
Region Select Selects the region where you live to adjust the standard time (NSW / ACT / Victoria / Queensland / South Australia / Western Australia / Northern Territory / Tasmania) (p. 15)
Daylight Saving Time
Select time offset from the standard time for Summer Time. (Auto / Off / +1/2 hour / +1 hour) (p. 15)
Set to “Auto” normally.●A different menu will be displayed while PC, DVI to HDMI adapter cable or SD Card is used. (p. 33 - 37)Only available items can be selected.
●●
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INPUT
REC PROGRAMME
INDEX HOLDSTTLTEXT
ASPECT
TV AV
BD/DVD TV
OPTION
GUID
E
MUTE SURROUND
R G Y B
INFO
POWER
POWER
PIP
VIERATOOLS
VIER
ALin
k
EXIT
RETURN
MENU
abc def
jklghi mno
tuvpqrs wxyz
Input Labels
1 Display the menuMENU
2 Select “Setup”Main Menu
PictureSoundSetup
access
select
3 Select “Display Settings” Setup Menu
VIERA Link SettingsDisplay Settings
System Menu
Off Timer
Other Settings
Digital TV Tuning MenuAccess
Off
Network Setup
access
select
4 Select “Input Labels”Display Settings
OnPlaying Time Display
AccessInput Labels
TOPTeletextHighSide Panel
Banner Display Timeout 3 seconds
access
select
5 Select an input terminal and setInput LabelsAV1 AV1AV2 AV2AV3 AV3AV4 AV4PC PCHDMI1 HDMI1HDMI2 HDMI2HDMI3 HDMI3HDMI4 HDMI4
1/2
select
set
Input Labels
Analogue TV Analogue TVDigital TV Digital TV
2/2
The labels you set will be displayed in “Input Selection” menu (p. 20) or banner.
If “Skip” is selected, you cannot select the mode.●
For easier identification and selection of the input mode, you can label each input terminals or skip terminal that is not connected to any equipment. (p. 20)
To return to TV EXIT
User inputYou can name each input terminals freely.
set
select
Set characters access
select
Select “User input”
User inputNameA B C D E F G H I J K L M NU V W X Y Z 0 1 2 3 4 5 6a b c d e f g h i j k l m nu v w x y z ( ) + - . * _
O P Q R S T7 8 9 ! : #o p q r s t
A
(maximum: ten characters)You can set characters by using numeric buttons. p. 22
RETURN
Store
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Inpu
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Adv
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d
ghi
pqrs
def
mno
wxyz
abc
jkl
tuv
Digital TV Settings
1 If in Analogue TV modeSelect Digital TV modeTV
2 Display the menuMENU
3 Select “Setup”Main Menu
PictureSoundSetup
access
select
4 Select “System Menu” Setup Menu
VIERA Link SettingsDisplay Settings
System Menu
Off Timer
Other Settings
Digital TV Tuning Menu
Access
Off
Network Setup
access
select
5 Select “System Update”
Software LicenceSystem Information
System Update
System MenuShipping Condition
Access
access
select
6 Set
Digital TV Settings provide access to various advanced features.
To return to TV EXIT
Update TV’s software system System Update Download new software to TV.
For details p. 50
If System Update is performed, the software will be updated. It may change TV functions. If you do not wish to do so, set “Auto Update Search in Standby” to Off.
Select “Auto Update Search in Standby” and then set “On” or “Off”
●
System UpdateAuto Update Search in StandbySystem Update Search Now
On set select
On: Automatically performs a search in standby and downloads an update, if any software updates are available
●
NoteWhen the TV is switched to standby, there will be a clicking sound after a short delay. Similar clicking sounds will also occur at 3:00 AM and 5:00 AM (p. 50) when “Auto update Search in Standby” is set to “On”. These sounds are normal.
●
To update immediatelySelect “System Update Search Now” Searches for an update (for
several minutes) and displays a corresponding message if any
Download
Download may take for about 1 hour.
● start
select
NoteDuring downloading, the TV will display a blank screen for 40 to 50 seconds. Do not interrupt the TV during this procedure.
●
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REC PROGRAMME
INDEX HOLDSTTLTEXT
ASPECT
AV
BD/DVD TV
OPTION RETURN
GUID
E
MUTE SURROUND
INFO
POWER
POWER
PIP
VIERATOOLS
VIER
ALin
k
EXIT
TV
MENU
R G Y B
INPUT
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jklghi mno
tuvpqrs wxyz
Editing ChannelsYou can make your favourite channel lists, skip unwanted channels, etc.
To return to TV EXIT
1 Select Digital TV or Analogue TVTV
2 Display the menuMENU
3 Select “Setup”Main Menu
PictureSoundSetup
access
select
4 Select “Digital TV Tuning Menu” or “Analogue TV Tuning Menu”
Setup Menu
VIERA Link SettingsDisplay Settings
System Menu
Off Timer
Other Settings
Digital TV Tuning MenuOffAccess
Network Setup
access
select
5 Select “Favourites Edit” or “Channel List”
Channel List
New Channel Message On
Auto Tuning
Digital TV Tuning Menu
Update Channel List
Signal Condition
Manual Tuning
Favourites Edit AccessAccess
access
select
6 Set
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List favourite channels (Digital TV mode) Favourites Edit
Skip unwanted channels / Edit channels (Change name, Move) Channel List
Create your favourite channel list (Favourites) from various broadcasters (up to 4: Favourites1 to 4).The list is added to “Favourites” list in TV Guide (p. 17) and information banner (p. 15) and then easily accessed.Select a channel and add it to the list
Digital TV Favourites Editor
TEN DigitalAll Digital TV Channels
1ABC TV Sydney2SBS DIGITAL 13FTV guide47 Digital7NINE DIGITAL97 HD Digital707 Guide77
Favourites1
To display another List B
To add all channelsto the list Y
●select
Digital TV Favourites Editor
TEN DigitalAll Digital TV Channels
1ABC TV Sydney2SBS DIGITAL 13FTV guide47 Digital7NINE DIGITAL97 HD Digital707 Guide77
Favourites1TEN Digital1
A channel is addedTo edit List
Select the field of List to edit and:
To name the Favourites R
●
To move the channel G Select the new position Confirm G ●
To delete the channel ● To delete all channels Y
●NoteChannel numbers are defined by the broadcaster and cannot be changed.Hidden channels (see below) can be selected but not viewed.
●●
You can hide unwanted channels. The hidden channels cannot be displayed except in this function. Use this function to skip unwanted channels.Select a channel and add / delete
CBBC ChannelDigital TV Channel List
Cartoon NwkBBCiBBC Radio WalesBBC Radio CymruBBC ONE WalesBBC THREE
7072
105719720
17
add / delete
select :add:delete (skip)
To retune each channel (Manual Tuning) (p. 31)
R To reveal all channels
Y
●
●
You can edit channels.If a VCR is connected only with the RF cable, edit “VCR”. (Analogue TV mode)
Select a channel to edit
●
CBBC ChannelDigital TV Channel List
Cartoon NwkBBCiBBC Radio WalesBBC Radio CymruBBC ONE WalesBBC THREE
7072
105719720
17
selector
Page up
Page down 3 FTPCH05 Coronation StreetPAL
Channel positionName
EditTo change the displayed name when selecting channels (Only in Analogue TV mode)
B
Select “Rename”
Set characters
set
select Edit channel nameNameA B C D E F G H I J K L M NU V W X Y Z 0 1 2 3 4 5 6a b c d e f g h i j k l m nu v w x y z ( ) + - . * _
O P Q R S T7 8 9 ! : #o p q r s t
(maximum: five characters)
You can set characters by using numeric buttons. p. 22
To move channel position To swap channels
G
select
StoreG
G
abc def
jklghi mno
tuvpqrs wxyz
StoreG
For Analogue TV channels For Digital TV channels
User inputNameA B C D E F G H I J K L M NU V W X Y Z 0 1 2 3 4 5 6a b c d e f g h i j k l m nu v w x y z ( ) + - . * _
O P Q R S T7 8 9 ! : #o p q r s t
AYou can set characters by using numeric buttons. p. 22
Set characters
set
select
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REC PROGRAMME
INDEX HOLDSTTLTEXT
ASPECT
AV
BD/DVD TV
OPTION RETURN
GUID
E
MUTE SURROUND
R G Y B
INFO
POWER
POWER
PIP
VIERATOOLS
VIER
ALin
k
EXIT
TV
MENU
INPUT
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jklghi mno
tuvpqrs wxyz
Tuning ChannelsYou can retune all the TV channels when moving house or search for new channels which may have recently started broadcasting.
1 Select Digital TV or Analogue TVTV
2 Display the menuMENU
3 Select “Setup”Main Menu
PictureSoundSetup
access
select
4 Select “Digital TV Tuning Menu” or “Analogue TV Tuning Menu”
Setup Menu
VIERA Link SettingsDisplay Settings
System Menu
Off Timer
Other Settings
Digital TV Tuning MenuOffAccess
Network Setup
access
select
5 Select a function
Channel List
New Channel Message On
Auto Tuning
Digital TV Tuning Menu
Update Channel List
Signal Condition
Manual Tuning Access
Favourites Edit
Access
Access
Access
access
select
6 Set
Set all Digital TV or Analogue TV channels automatically Digital TV Auto Tuning or Analogue TV Auto Tuning
To return to TV EXIT
Automatically retune all Digital TV or Analogue TV channels received in the area.
Only Digital TV channels are retuned in Digital TV mode.Only Analogue TV channels are retuned in Analogue TV mode.
Start Auto Tuning Settings are made automatically
EXIT
RETURN
Start Auto Tuning
All digital TV tuning data will be erased
Digital TV Auto Tuning Digital TV Auto Tuning
EXIT
This will take about 3 minutes.
Scan CH 6 69
62RF Ch Channel Name Type Quality
CBBC Channel Digital TV 1062 BBC Radio Wales Digital TV 1062 E4 Digital TV 1062 Cartoon Nwk Digital TV 10
Digital TV: 4Searching
All the previous tuning settings are erased.When the operation is completed, the channel at channel position “1” will be displayed.Search begins in the order from the lower channels to the higher channels. Channels received during this process are added to the list. (p. 31)If tuning has not been done completely “Digital TV Manual Tuning”, “Analogue TV Manual Tuning” (p. 31)
●●
●●●●
For Auto Tuning, using the buttons on the side panel of the TV (p. 9)
Press repeatedly until “Auto Tuning” appears
Access “Auto Tuning”
Start “Auto Tuning”
To return to TV ●
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Display a message New Channel Message
Selects whether to give a message when new Digital TV channels are found. (Off / On)
New channels found!Press OK to update channel list.
Press EXIT to ignore.
Set Digital TV channel manually Digital TV Manual Tuning
Set Analogue TV channel manually Analogue TV Manual Tuning
Manual TuningSet Analogue TV channel manually after Analogue TV Auto Tuning.
If a VCR is connected only with the RF cable, select channel position “0”.
1 BBC1CH33
Analogue TV Manual Tuning
Manual Tuning 0 75CH33
Select a channel position
abc def
jklghi mno
tuvpqrs wxyz
Select a channel Search and store
store search
●
Update channels automatically Update Channel List
You can add new channels, delete duplicated channels, update channel name and position automatically to Channel List.
Digital TV Update Channel List
RF Ch Type Quality
Digital TV: 0Searching
Analogue Scan 21 68Scan CH 6 69
This will take about 3 minutes.Channel Name
The Digital TV Channel List is updated with the current settings saved as they are.
●
Normally use “Digital TV Auto Tuning” or “Update Channel List” to update Digital TV channels on your channel list.If tuning has not been done completely or for adjusting the direction of the aerial, use this function.
Digital TV Manual Tuning
Analogue Scan 21 68Physical Channel
No. Type New
Digital TV: 0
Signal Strength 0 10Signal Quality 0 10
MHz562.00[CH32]
Channel Name
select physical channel
search
adjust frequency (set where the level of “Signal Quality” becomes the maximum)
All channels found will be added to the Digital TV Channel List.●
Check Digital TV signal Digital TV Signal Condition
Selects a channel and checks the Digital TV signal condition.
To change the channel ●A good Signal Strength is not an indication of suitable signal for Digital TV reception. Please use the Signal Quality indicator as follows:Signal Quality:
Green bar GoodYellow bar PoorRed bar Bad (Check the aerial)
●●●
Digital TV Signal ConditionChannel Name 101 DZFinfokanal
Network Name RiksTVRF Parameter [CH32] 562.00MHz
Signal QualitySignal Strength
0 2 4 6 8 10
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INPUT
REC PROGRAMME
INDEX HOLDSTTLTEXT
ASPECT
TV AV
BD/DVD TV
OPTION
MUTE SURROUND
INFO
POWER
POWER
PIP
VIERATOOLS
VIER
ALin
k
RETURN
ghi
pqrs
def
mno
wxyz
abc
jkl
tuv
R BG Y
EXIT
MENU
Restore Settings(Shipping Condition)
1 Display the menuMENU
2 Select “Setup”Main Menu
PictureSoundSetup
access
select
3 Select “System Menu” Setup Menu
VIERA Link SettingsDisplay Settings
System Menu
Off Timer
Other Settings
Digital TV Tuning Menu
Access
Off
Network Setup
access
select
4 Select “Shipping Condition”
Software LicenceSystem Information
System Update
System MenuShipping Condition Access
access
select
5 Set
Resets the TV to its original condition, i.e. no channels tuned in.All settings (channels, picture, sound quality, etc.) are reset.
Restore Settings Shipping Condition
To return to TV EXIT
Check the message and reset
EXIT
RETURN
Confirm
All tuning data will be erasedAre you sure?Are you sure?
Shipping Condition
Follow the on-screen instructions“Auto Tuning” will automatically start when Mains power On / Off switch is next turned On. (p. 12)
To retune TV channels only, e.g. after moving house “Digital TV Auto Tuning” or “Analogue TV Auto Tuning” (p. 30)
●
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Res
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Set
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Dis
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PC
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Menu Item Adjustments / Configurations (options)
Pict
ure
AdvancedSettings
W/B High R White balance of bright red area
and repeatedly adjusted
W/B High B White balance of bright blue area
W/B Low R White balance of dark red area
W/B Low B White balance of dark blue area
Gamma (S Curve / 2.0 / 2.2 / 2.5)
Reset AdvancedSettings
Press the OK button to reset to the default Picture settings
Setu
p
PCSetup
InputResolution
Switches to a wide viewVGA (640 × 480 pixels), WVGA (852 × 480 pixels),XGA (1,024 × 768 pixels), WXGA (1,280 × 768 pixels, 1,366 × 768 pixels)Options change depending on signals
●
●Clock Set to the minimum level if noise occurs
H-pos
Adjusts horizontal position
V-pos
Adjusts vertical position
Clock Phase Eliminates flicker and distortionAdjust after Clock adjustment● Set to the minimum level if noise occurs●
SyncPC sync signal type (H & V / SOG)
H & V : Horizontal and Vertical sync from your PC (Most common sync format)SOG : Sync on Green sync from your PC
●
Reset PC Settings Press the OK button to reset to the default Setup settings
Other items p. 24 and p. 25●
PC menu setting (changed as desired)
INPUT
INDEX HOLDSTTLTEXT
ASPECT
TV AV
OPTION
INFO
POWER
PIP
VIERATOOLS
VIER
ALin
k
RETURN
defabc
R BG Y
EXIT
MENU
INPUT
TV AV
Displaying PC Screen on TV
1 Select the external inputAV
2 Select “PC”Input Selection
AV1AV2AV3AV4PCHDMI1HDMI2HDMI3
TVHDMI4
access
select
Corresponding signals p. 53If “H-freq.” or “V-freq.” is shown in red, the signals may not be supported.
●●
The screen of the PC connected to the TV can be displayed on the TV.You can also listen to PC sound with the audio cable connected.
To connect PC p. 48●
To return to TV TV
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Menu Item Adjustments
Setu
p
DVI Position Settings
H-pos
Adjusts horizontal position
V-pos
Adjusts vertical position
Reset DVI Position Settings
Press the OK button to reset to the default Setup settings
(∗1): The HDMI logo is displayed on HDMI-compliant equipment.(∗2): Enquire at your local digital equipment retailer shop.
HDMI FunctionsHDMI (high-definition multimedia interface) allows you to enjoy high-definition digital images and high-quality sound by connecting the TV and the equipment.HDMI-compatible equipment (∗1) with an HDMI or DVI output terminal, such as a set top box, a DVD player or a game equipment, can be connected to the HDMI terminal using an HDMI compliant (fully wired) cable.About connections, see “External Equipment” (p. 48).
NoteHDMI is the world’s first complete digital consumer AV interface complying with a non-compression standard.Audio settings can be made on the “HDMI1 / 4 Input” menu screen. (p. 25)Applicable audio signal sampling frequencies (2ch L.PCM): 48 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 32 kHzHDMI2 and 3 terminals are for digital audio signal only.Use with a PC is not guaranteed. Only HDMI video formats in the HDMI table (p. 53) are applicable.If the connected equipment has an aspect adjustment function, set the aspect ratio to “16:9”.These HDMI connectors are “type A”.These HDMI connectors are compatible with HDCP (High-Bandwidth Digital Content Protection) copyright protection.An equipment having no digital output terminal may be connected to the input terminal of either “COMPONENT”, “S-VIDEO”, or “VIDEO” to receive analogue signals.The HDMI input terminal can be used only with the following image signals:480i, 480p, 576i, 576p, 720p, 1080i and 1080p. Match the output setting of the digital equipment.For details of the applicable HDMI signals, see p. 53.
●●●●●●●●●●●DVI connection
If the external equipment has only a DVI output, connect to the HDMI1 / 4 terminal via a DVI to HDMI adapter cable (∗2).When the DVI to HDMI adapter cable is used, connect the audio cable to the audio input terminal (HDMI1: use AV2 IN AUDIO terminals / HDMI4: use AV4 IN AUDIO terminals).
●●
DVI Position SettingsIf the picture position is not fit to the screen during the DVI connection, adjust the position on “DVI Position Settings” in Setup Menu. The settings are memorized for each HDMI terminals and input signals.
To make settings “How to Use Menu Functions” to (p. 22)●
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Adv
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INPUT
INDEX HOLDSTTLTEXT
ASPECT
TV AV
OPTION
MUTE SURROUND
INFO
POWER
PIP
VIERATOOLS
VIER
ALin
k
RETURN
MENU
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def
mno
wxyz
abc
jkl
tuv
GUID
E
EXIT
R BG Y
INFO
RETURN
MENU
Viewing from SD Card(VIERA IMAGE VIEWER)Photo View: Still images recorded by digital cameras will be displayed.Movie View: Moving pictures recorded by digital video cameras will be played back.
During the operation, no signals are output from any of the AV terminals. But the sound in Movie View can be output from AUDIO OUT and DIGITAL AUDIO OUT terminals.“Date” shows the date on which the recording was made by the digital camera or digital video camera. The file without record of the date is shown “**/**/****”.For details on SD Cards p. 51
●●●
To return to TV
EXIT or
To return to theprevious screen
RETURN
1 Insert the SD Card
2 Select “Photo View” access
select
SD CardPhoto ViewMovie View
3 Select a folder to display the thumbnail
Folder name
Number of pictures100_PANA
1/23
38 pictures
200_PANA20 pictures
102_PANA14 pictures
101_PANA3 pictures
100_PANA38 pictures
Nature14 pictures
Fruit18 pictures
ROOM1 picture
201_PANA7 pictures
Photo View ModeFolder view
SelectEXITSelectRETURN
All pictures
View
(Folder view)
select
thumbnail
The files which are not in a folder will be collected to the folder named “/”.To display all the photos p. 36
●●
4 Select a photo from the thumbnail to be viewed
File name
Date
Pixel
p1010001
1/38
23/10/2008
1600 x 1200
p1010004p1010003p1010002p1010001
p1010008p1010007p1010006p1010005
p1010012p1010011p1010010p1010009
Photo View ModeFolder view100_PANA
Slideshow Sort by Month Sort by Date
SelectEXITSelectRETURN
View
(Thumbnail)
Error display (images that could not be loaded, etc.)
Selected photo
Selected photo information is displayed
select
single view
Slideshow p. 36To sort by date or month recorded p. 36
●●
Rotate
Rotate
Select
Slideshow
Single view
EXIT
List
Operation guide (Single view)
Displayed one at a timeTo display / hide the operation guide
INFO
●
To the previous photoRotate 90˚ (counter-clockwise)
To the next photo
Rotate 90˚ (clockwise)
To return to thumbnail RETURN●
Photo View
Blue LED lights while SD Card is inserted if “SD Card LED” is set to “On” in the Setup Menu (p. 25).
●
Blue LED
To insert SD Card To remove SD Card
Label surface
Push until a click is heard Press the
centre of the card
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Viewing from SD Card(VIERA IMAGE VIEWER)
SlideshowStart Slideshow (operate in step )Select the photo for the first view Start Slideshow
To pause
To return to Single view G
●●
R
NoteSlideshow is done within the thumbnail.●
Slideshow settings (operate in Photo View Mode)Display the menu
MENU
Select “Viewing Setup” Select the items and set
Viewing Setup
Main MenuPictureSound select
accessBack Ground Music Type1Effect Off
Viewing Setup
Interval 5 secondsRepeat Off
select
set
Other Items p. 24 - 25●Menu Item Adjustments / Configurations (alternatives)
View
ing
Setu
p Back Ground Music Selects the back ground music during the slideshow (Off / Type1 / Type2 / Type3)
Effect
Selects the effect for switching the photo during the slideshow (Off / Fade / Slide / Dissolve / Random)Fade : The next photo fades in graduallySlide : The next photo slides and appears from the left sideDissolve : The photo is replaced by an indefinite block unitRandom : Selects each effect at random
Interval Selects slideshow interval (5 / 10 / 15 / 30 / 60 / 90 / 120 seconds)Repeat Slideshow repeat (Off / On)
To display all the photosDisplay the thumbnail of all the photos in SD Card.
Folder name
Number of pictures100_PANA
1/23
38 pictures
200_PANA20 pictures
102_PANA14 pictures
101_PANA3 pictures
100_PANA38 pictures
Nature14 pictures
Fruit18 pictures
ROOM1 picture
201_PANA7 pictures
Photo View ModeFolder view
SelectEXITSelectRETURN
All pictures
View
(Folder view)
GFile name
Date
Pixel
p1010001
1/175
23/10/2008
1600 x 1200
p1010004p1010003p1010002p1010001
p1010008p1010007p1010006p1010005
p1010012p1010011p1010010p1010009
Photo View ModeAll pictures
Slideshow Folder view Sort by Month Sort by Date
SelectEXITSelectRETURN
View
(Thumbnail - All pictures)
select
single view
To sort by date or month recordedDisplay the list of groups sorted by the same date or the same month.
The group of the photos without record of the date is shown as “Unknown”.
File name
Date
Pixel
p1010001
1/38
23/10/2008
1600 x 1200
p1010004p1010003p1010002p1010001
p1010008p1010007p1010006p1010005
p1010012p1010011p1010010p1010009
Photo View ModeFolder view100_PANA
Slideshow Sort by Month Sort by Date
SelectEXITSelectRETURN
View
(Thumbnail)
Y
G
Month
Number of picturesOct 2008
1/3
18 pictures
Dec 20085 pictures
Nov 200815 pictures
Oct 200818 pictures
Photo View Mode100_PANA
Sort by Month
SelectEXITSelectRETURN
All pictures
View
(Sort by Month)
select
thumbnail of the selected group
B
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Date
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Photo View Mode100_PANA
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SelectEXITSelectRETURN
All pictures
View
(Sort by Date)
select
thumbnail of the selected group
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MENU
OPTION
ASPECT
1 Insert the SD Card
2 Select “Movie View” access
select
SD CardPhoto ViewMovie View
3 Select the file to be viewedTitle Date & Time
Scene
DurationJapan
00h03m01s
Movie View Mode
SelectEXIT
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Trip1 01/12/2008 10:12Trip2 01/12/2008 12:20Trip3 01/12/2008 17:25Trip4 01/12/2008 22:28Nature1 09/02/2008 11:10Nature2 09/02/2008 11:15Nature3 09/02/2008 11:50--- 09/02/2008 15:14--- 09/02/2008 18:162007 12/03/2007 10:002007-1 12/03/2007 12:00
File format
Selected file
(List)
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playback
select
(Playback)
EXIT
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TitleDate & Time
Trip101/12/2008 10:12 00:00:05/00:03:01
Operation guideinformation banner
INFO
Playback will startTo display the operation guide
R G Y B or
To hide the operation guide RETURN
Rewind Pause / Playback
Playback Fast forward
Stop
To the previous movie R
To the next movie G
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To return to list (stop)
To change aspect ratio(only for the 4:3 movie content)
ASPECT
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To return to TV
EXIT or
To return to theprevious screen
RETURN
Movie View
You can enjoy the multi-channel sound via an amplifier connected to DIGITAL AUDIO OUT terminal.To confirm or change the current sound status (during playback)Display the Option menu Change the sound (if the movie has multiple audio signals)
OPTIONAudio Selection Stereo
Option Menu
(Current sound status)change It may take several seconds to change the sound.●
Audio output settings (operate in step )Display the menu
MENU
Select “Sound” Select “SPDIF Selection” and setMain Menu
PictureSoundSetup
select
accessMode MusicBassTrebleBalanceHeadphone VolumeSurround OffVolume Correction
Sound Menu
SPDIF Selection AutoSpeaker Distance to Wall Over 30cm
1/2
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Other items p. 24 - 25●
Menu Item Adjustments / Configurations (alternatives)
Soun
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SPDIF Selection
SPDIF : A standard audio transfer file formatSelects the initial setting for digital audio output signal from DIGITAL AUDIO OUT terminal (Auto / PCM)Auto: Dolby Digital is output as Dolby Digital Bitstream. MPEG is output as PCM.PCM: Digital output signal is fixed to PCM.
Audio Settings
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Enjoy additional HDMI interoperability with Panasonic products which have “HDAVI Control” function.This TV supports “HDAVI Control 4” function.Connections to the equipment (DIGA Recorder, HD Video Camera, Player theatre, Amplifier, etc.) with HDMI cable allow you to interface them automatically.These features are limited to models incorporating “HDAVI Control” and “VIERA Link”.
Some functions are not available depending on the equipment’s version of HDAVI Control. Please confirm the connected equipment’s version of HDAVI Control.VIERA Link “HDAVI Control”, based on the control functions provided by HDMI which is an industry standard known as HDMI CEC (Consumer Electronics Control), is a unique function that we have developed and added. As such, its operation with other manufacturers’ equipment that supports HDMI CEC cannot be guaranteed.Please refer to individual manuals for the equipments. About applicable Panasonic equipment, consult your local Panasonic dealer.
VIERA Link features and connections
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VIERA LinkConnected equipment with
VIERA Link function Features
DIGA Recorder∗1
DVD Player / Blu-ray Disc
Player∗1
HD Video Camera /
LUMIX Camera∗1
Player theatre∗2
Blu-ray Disc theatre∗2 Amplifier∗2
Channel download ∗4 – – – – –Easy playback ∗7 ∗7 –Power on link –Power off linkReduce unnecessary power consumption in standby ∗5 ∗5 – – ∗5 –
Auto standby for unnecessary equipment ∗3 ∗3 – ∗3 ∗8 ∗3
∗8 ∗3
Pause Live TV programme ∗4 ∗6 – – – – –
Direct TV Recording ∗4 – – – – –Control the menu of the connected equipment by VIERA remote control ∗3 ∗3 ∗3 ∗3 ∗3 –
Speaker control – – –∗1: HDMI Connection only∗2: HDMI and Audio out connections∗3: available with the equipment which has “HDAVI Control 2 or later” function∗4: available with the equipment which has “HDAVI Control 3 or later” function∗5: available with the equipment which has “HDAVI Control 4” function∗6: available with DIGA Recorder which has HDD∗7: while playingback a disc∗8: except for watching a disc
ConnectionTo use DIGA Recorder / DVD Player / Blu-ray Disc Player / HD Video Camera / LUMIX Camera●
HDMI cable
DIGA Recorder / DVD Player / Blu-ray Disc Player / HD Video Camera / LUMIX Camera with VIERA Link function
To use Player theatre / Blu-ray Disc theatre:● To use Amplifier:●
HDMI cable
Optical digital audio cable
or RCA cable
Player theatre / Blu-ray Disc theatre with VIERA Link function
Speaker system
HDMI cable
Optical digital audio cable
or RCA cableHDMI
cable
HDMI cable
Amplifier with VIERA Link function
DIGA Recorder with VIERA Link functionHD Video Camera /
LUMIX Camera with VIERA Link function
Speaker system
VIERA Link “ ControlTM”
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NoteThis function may not work properly depending on the connected equipment.For DIGA Recorder / DVD Player / Blu-ray Disc Player / HD Video Camera / LUMIX Camera with VIERA Link function, connect to HDMI1, HDMI2, HDMI3 or HDMI4 terminal via an HDMI cable.For Player theatre / Blu-ray Disc theatre / Amplifier, connect to HDMI1, HDMI2, HDMI3 or HDMI4 terminal via an HDMI cable and/or either the optical digital audio cable or RCA cable for audio output from the TV.Use fully wired HDMI compliant cable. Non-HDMI-compliant cables cannot be utilized. Recommended Panasonic’s HDMI cable part number:• RP-CDHG10 (1.0 m) • RP-CDHG15 (1.5 m) • RP-CDHG20 (2.0 m) • RP-CDHG30 (3.0 m) • RP-CDHG50 (5.0 m)
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PreparationsConnect the equipment supporting VIERA Link.Set up the connected equipment. Read the manual of the equipment.For optimal recording, the settings of the recorder might be required. For details, read the manual of the recorder.Set VIERA Link On in Setup Menu “VIERA Link” (p. 25)Set up the TV After connection, turn the equipment on and then switch the TV on. Select the input mode to HDMI1, HDMI2, HDMI3 or HDMI4 (p. 20), and make sure that an image is displayed correctly.This setup should be done each time when the following conditions occur:• for the first time / • when adding or reconnecting equipment / • when changing setup
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Features available
Channel downloadChannel setting can be downloaded to the recorder.
Easy playbackAutomatic input switching - When the connected equipment is operated, input mode is switched automatically.
Power on linkSet Power on Link “On” in Setup Menu to use this function “Power on Link” (p. 25)When the connected equipment starts playback or direct navigator / function menu for the equipment are activated, the TV is automatically turned on. (Only when the TV is in Standby mode.)
Power off linkSet Power off Link “On” in Setup Menu to use this function “Power off Link” (p. 25)When the TV is set to Standby mode, the connected equipment is also automatically set to Standby.
This function will work even if the TV enters standby mode automatically by Off Timer function or auto power standby function.
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Reduce unnecessary power consumption in standby Standby Power Save
Set Standby Power Save “On” in the Setup Menu to use this function “Standby Power Save” (p. 25)The power consumption in Standby mode of the connected equipment is controlled higher or lower in synchronization with the TV On / Off state to reduce the consumption.When the TV is set to Standby mode, the connected equipment is automatically set to Standby and the power consumption in Standby mode of the connected equipment is automatically minimized.When the TV is turned on, the connected equipment is still in Standby mode, but the power consumption is increased to make startup time early.
This function is effective if the connected equipment can change the power consumption in Standby mode and is set to higher consumption.
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Auto standby for unnecessary equipment Intelligent Auto StandbySet Intelligent Auto Standby “On (With reminder)” or “On (No reminder)” in the Setup Menu to use this function “Intelligent Auto Standby” (p. 25)When the TV is on, the connected equipments not in use go into Standby mode automatically to reduce the power consumption.
If you select “On (With reminder)”, the on screen message will be displayed to be noticed before working this function.
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VIERA Link “ ControlTM”Features available (Using VIERA Link Menu)
Direct TV Recording - What you see is What you record Direct TV Rec
Recording the current programme in DIGA Recorder immediately.If you connect several recorders including other manufacturers’ recorders at the same time, please connect DIGA Recorder to the TV’s lower HDMI terminal number.If you cannot operate, check the settings and the equipment “VIERA Link features and connections” (p. 38)
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INPUT
INDEX HOLDSTTLTEXT
ASPECT
TV AV
OPTION
INFO
POWER
PIP
VIERATOOLS
VIER
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k
RETURN
ghi
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def
mno
wxyz
abc
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tuv
R BG Y
EXIT
MENU
VIER
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Display “VIERA Link Menu”
Select “Direct TV Rec” and start recording
Direct TV RecSpeaker Selection
VIERA Link Menu
Home CinemaStart
VIERA Link ControlSpeaker Selection Home Cinema
Recorder
Pause Live TV Start
select
start
To stop recordingSelect “Stop” in “Direct TV Rec” and access
Direct TV RecSpeaker Selection
VIERA Link Menu
Home CinemaStop
VIERA Link ControlSpeaker Selection Home Cinema
Recorder
Pause Live TV Start
stop select
Pause Live TV programme Pause Live TV
You can pause the live TV programme and resume later.Live TV programme will be recorded on HDD of the connected DIGA Recorder.
This function is available with DIGA Recorder which has HDD.If you connect several recorders including other manufacturers’ recorders at the same time, please connect DIGA Recorder which has HDD to the TV’s lower HDMI terminal number.If you cannot operate, check the settings and the equipment “VIERA Link features and connections” (p. 38)
Access and pause the live TV programme
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INDEX HOLDSTTLTEXT
ASPECT
TV AV
OPTION
MUTE SURROUND
INFO
POWER
PIP
VIERATOOLS
VIER
ALin
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RETURN
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abc
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R BG Y
MENU
EXIT
INPUT
TV
VIER
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Display “VIERA Link Menu”
Select “Pause Live TV” and pause
Direct TV RecSpeaker Selection
VIERA Link Menu
Home CinemaStart
VIERA Link ControlSpeaker Selection Home Cinema
Recorder
Pause Live TV Start
select
pause
TV picture will be paused.Live TV programme is recorded on HDD from where it was paused.Follow the operation guide to operate Pause Live TV function.
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To operate Pause Live TV To return to Live TV(stop playback of Pause Live TV / cancel pause)
search backwardpausesearch forwardplaybackstop
Select “Yes”
TV select stop
Pause Live TV
Stop Pause Live TV?
Yes No
If you stop playback or cancel pause, the recorded programme will be deleted from HDD.
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Features available (Using VIERA Link Menu)
You can control some functions of the connected equipment with this TV remote control by pointing at the TV's signal receiver.
If you cannot operate, check the settings and the equipment “VIERA Link features and connections” (p. 38)For details of the operations for the connected equipment, read the manual of the equipment.
Access and operate the menu of the equipment
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INPUT
REC PROGRAMME
INDEX HOLDSTTLTEXT
ASPECT
TV AV
OPTION
MUTE SURROUND
INFO
POWER
POWER
PIP
VIERATOOLS
VIER
ALin
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RETURN
MENU
ghi
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mno
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abc
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R BG Y
RETURNOPTION
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BD/DVD TV
Display “VIERA Link Menu”
Select “VIERA Link Control”
Direct TV RecSpeaker Selection
VIERA Link Menu
Home CinemaStart
VIERA Link ControlSpeaker Selection Home Cinema
Recorder
Pause Live TV Start
select
Select the equipment you want to accessThe type of the connected equipment is displayed.Select the type of the equipment and access.
Direct TV RecSpeaker Selection
VIERA Link Menu
Home CinemaStart
VIERA Link ControlSpeaker Selection Home Cinema
Recorder
Pause Live TV Start
Recorder / Player / Home Cinema / Video Camera / LUMIX / Other
access
select
“Home Cinema” means Player theatre, Blu-ray Disc theatre or Recorder theatre.“Other” means Tuner set top box.
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The menu of the accessed equipment (Input mode will be changed automatically)
Operate the connected equipment
1. Switch to TV 2. Follow the operation guide
To display the operation guide OPTION
Store / set / access
Move the cursor / select the menu Return to the previous menu RETURN
Move the cursor / access / adjust Exit the menu EXIT
When the key words are displayed on colour bar R
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B
NoteSome operations may not be available for some equipment. If so, use its own remote control.
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If several recorders or players are connectedYou can connect up to three recorders or players at the same time.
Recorder1-3 / Player1-3Direct TV RecSpeaker Selection
VIERA Link Menu
Home CinemaStart
VIERA Link ControlSpeaker Selection Home Cinema
Recorder2
Pause Live TV Start
The number is given from the TV’s lower HDMI terminal connected to the same type of equipment. For example, when two recorders are connected to HDMI2 and HDMI3, one connected to HDMI2 is displayed as Recorder1 and the other as Recorder2.
If you access the invalid equipmentWhen the equipment with “HDAVI Control” function is connected
Recorder1-3 / Player1-3Direct TV RecSpeaker Selection
VIERA Link Menu
Home CinemaStart
VIERA Link ControlSpeaker Selection Home Cinema
Recorder
Pause Live TV Start
Type of the connected equipment is displayed. You can access the menu of the equipment. But you cannnot operate it.Use its own remote control to operate the equipment.
Operate the connected equipment with VIERA remote control VIERA Link Control
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Features available (Using VIERA Link Menu)Speaker control Speaker Selection
VIERA Link “ ControlTM”
You can control the theatre speaker with this TV remote control by pointing at the TV's signal receiver.
If you cannot operate, check the settings and the equipment “VIERA Link features and connections” (p. 38)Access and control the speaker volume●
INPUT
REC PROGRAMME
INDEX HOLDSTTLTEXT
ASPECT
TV AV
BD/DVD TV
OPTION
MUTE SURROUND
INFO
POWER
POWER
PIP
VIERATOOLS
VIER
ALin
k
RETURN
ghi
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def
mno
wxyz
abc
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tuv
R BG Y
EXIT
MENU
VIER
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MUTE
Display “VIERA Link Menu”
Select “Speaker Selection”
Direct TV Rec
VIERA Link Menu
StartPause Live TV Start
VIERA Link ControlSpeaker Selection Home Cinema
Recorder select
Set to “Home Cinema” or “TV”set
Home CinemaPlayer theatre, Blu-ray Disc theatre or Amplifier will be automatically turned on if it is in Standby mode and the sound is from theatre speakers connected to the equipment.
Volume up / down
(Volume slide bar will be displayed when adjusting the volume of the equipment. )
Mute MUTE
The sound of TV speakers is mute.When the equipment is turned off, TV speakers will be active.
TVTV speakers are active.
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NoteIf you wish to enjoy the multi-channel sound (e.g. Dolby Digital 5.1ch) via an Amplifier, connect with HDMI cable and Optical digital audio cable (p. 38), and then select “Home Cinema”.To enjoy the sound from the DIGA Recorder in multi-channel sound, connect an HDMI cable from the DIGA Recorder to the Amplifier (p. 38). Easy playback may be available by using the remote control for Player theatre, Blu-ray Disc theatre or Amplifier. Read the manual of the equipment.
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NoteThese functions may not work properly depending on the connected equipment.Image or sound may not be available for the first few seconds when input mode is switched.“HDAVI Control 4” is the newest standard (current as of December, 2008) for HDAVI Control compatible equipment. This standard is compatible with conventional HDAVI equipment.To confirm this TV’s version of HDAVI Control “System Information” (p. 25)
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REC PROGRAMME
INDEX HOLDSTTLTEXT
ASPECT
TV AV
BD/DVD TV
OPTION
MUTE SURROUND
INFO
POWER
POWER
PIP
VIERATOOLS
VIER
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RETURN
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MENU
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VIERA ToolsWith VIERA Tools, you can directly access to some of the useful functions of connected equipment or SD card.
1 Display VIERA Tools Menu
2 Select a feature
access
select
3 Follow the operation of each feature
VIERA CAST
VIERA CAST (p. 44)VIERA CAST home screen is displayed.
VIERA Link Control
VIERA Link Control (p. 41)The connected device can be operated with the VIERA remote control. When multiple devices are connected, an indicator appears below the icon so that one device can be selected.
Pause Live TV
Pause Live TV (p. 40)A live TV programme can be paused and resumed later.
Direct TV Rec
Direct TV Rec (p. 40)What is on TV can be recorded immediately.
Speaker Selection
Speaker Control (p. 42)Theatre speaker can be set.
Photos
SD card photo view (p. 35)Photo folders are displayed.
Movies
SD card movie view (p. 37)The title list for SD movie image is displayed.
To return to TV
EXIT
or
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VIERA CASTTM
VIERA CAST is a gateway to the internet services unique to Panasonic.By connecting the TV to the internet environment, VIERA CAST allows you to enjoy internet content on the TV screen such as photos, movies, weather, etc. from VIERA CAST home screen.You can access VIERA CAST home screen directly by pressing the VIERA CAST button on the remote control.
Network connectionsConnect the TV and Internet in the following way.Example 1
LAN cableModem
Hub or Router
Internet
Example 2
LAN cableModem
Internet
NoteIf you do not have a Broadband network services, please consult your retailer for assistance.Confirm the terms and conditions of the contracts with your Internet Service Provider (ISP) or telecommunications company.Set up and connect any equipment required for the network environment.Depending on the ISP or telecommunications company, the required equipment and the internet connection procedure are different. Ensure that you use the network equipment that are authorized by your ISP and telecommunications company.You cannot make settings for the network equipment on this TV. You may be required to make settings on your computer.Depending on the terms and conditions of the contracts with your ISP or telecommunications company, additional fees may be incurred or multiple connections to the internet may be impossible.Please contact your ISP or telecommunications company if you require further assistance regarding the network equipment.Ensure to use a LAN straight cable for connection.If your modem has no broadband router functions, use a broadband router.If your modem has broadband router functions but there are no vacant ports, use a hub.Ensure that the Broadband routers and hubs are compatible with 10BASE-T / 100BASE-TX.If you use the equipment compatible only with 100BASE-TX, category 5 LAN cables are required.Read the manual of the network equipment, too.
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REC PROGRAMME
INDEX HOLDSTTLTEXT
ASPECT
TV AV
BD/DVD TV
OPTION
GUID
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MUTE SURROUND
R G Y B
INFO
POWER
POWER
PIP
VIERATOOLS
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EXIT
RETURN
MENU
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1 Display the menuMENU
2 Select “Setup”Main Menu
PictureSoundSetup
access
select
3 Select “Network Setup” Setup Menu
VIERA Link SettingsDisplay Settings
System Menu
Off Timer
Other Settings
Digital TV Tuning MenuOff
Network Setup Access
access
select
4 Set
Network SetupEnsure the connections are completed before starting Network Setup.
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To return to TV
EXIT
Update TV’s software Software Update
Accesses the specific web site to update TV’s software and search if any software updates are available. Select “Software Update”
Network Setup Menu
Software Update AccessConnect to VIERA CASTMAC Address ab-cd-ef-gh-ij-kl
Proxy2/2
Proxy PortSpeed Mode Auto
access
select
Follow the displayed instructions
NoteMAC Address
MAC address is a unique address that identifies hardware in the network. (for information only)
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Network Setup Menu
Connect to VIERA CASTMAC Address ab-cd-ef-gh-ij-kl
2/2
Proxy PortSpeed Mode AutoSoftware Update
Proxy
Auto
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VIERA CASTTM
Network Settings
Set the network setting itemsAcquire IP AddressAcquire DNS Address
Sets IP Address, Subnet Mask, Gateway, Primary DNS and Secondary DNSFor most users, the recommended method of connection to your network is by using Auto feature.Select “Acquire IP Address” and then set to “Auto”Select “Acquire DNS Address” and then set to “Auto”
Network Setup Menu
Acquire IP AddressIP Address . . .Subnet Mask . . .
1/2
Acquire DNS AddressPrimary DNS . . .Secondary DNS . . .
Gateway
Connect to Network
. . .
Auto
Auto
set select
Manual settingsIf you wish to set these functions manually, select “Manual”.Select “IP Address”, “Subnet Mask”, “Gateway”, “Primary DNS” or “Secondary DNS”
Move the cursor and enter the number
selectmove
abc def
jklghi mno
tuvpqrs wxyzThe available settings are displayed automatically.
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ProxySets Proxy address
This is the address of the relay server that is connected to the target server instead of the browser and sends data to the browser. Setting is required if specified by the provider.
●Select “Proxy” Enter the address Store
Proxy PortSpeed Mode Auto
Network Setup Menu
Software UpdateConnect to VIERA CASTMAC Address ab-cd-ef-gh-ij-kl
Proxy2/2
Auto
access
select
Set characters one by one RETURNProxyHost http://A B C D E F G H I J K L M NU V W X Y Z 0 1 2 3 4 5 6a b c d e f g h i j k l m nu v w x y z ( ) + - . * _
O P Q R S T7 8 9 ! : #o p q r s t
set
select
You can set characters by using numeric buttons. p. 22
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Proxy PortSets Proxy port number
This number is also specified by the provider with the Proxy address.●Select “Proxy Port” Move the cursor and enter the number
Speed Mode Auto
Network Setup Menu
Software UpdateConnect to VIERA CASTMAC Address ab-cd-ef-gh-ij-kl
2/2
AutoProxy PortProxy
selectmove
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Speed Mode (Auto / 10base half / 10base duplex / 100base half / 100base duplex)Sets the LAN speed setting
Set to “Auto” normally.If “Connect to Network” or “Connect to VIERA CAST” test fails, try the other speed modes.
●●Select “Speed Mode” and then set the speed mode
Proxy Port
Network Setup Menu
MAC Address ab-cd-ef-gh-ij-kl
Proxy2/2
Software UpdateConnect to VIERA CAST
Speed Mode Auto
set select
Select “Connect to Network” and access to testNetwork Setup Menu
Acquire IP AddressIP Address . . .Subnet Mask . . .
AutoAccess
1/2
Acquire DNS AddressPrimary DNS . . .Secondary DNS . . .
Gateway
Connect to Network
. . .Auto
access
select
ConnectedThe test is successful and the TV is connected to the network.Not connectedCheck the settings and connections, and then perform this function again.
Performs automatic testing of the network connection for the TV (It takes a while to test.)
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Operate VIERA CASTYou can access a selection of internet services from VIERA CAST home screen. For example, YouTube, Picasa Web Albums.
VIERA CAST requires a broadband internet connection. Dial-up internet connections cannot be used.Ensure the network connections and network settings are completed.
“Network connections” (p. 44), “Network Setup” (p. 45 and p. 46)
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To return to TV
EXIT
NoteThe VIERA CAST home screen and its services are subject to change without notice. This screen is current as of June 2009.Services provided through VIERA CAST are operated by their respective service providers. Services may be added and/or discontinued either temporarily or permanently without notice. Panasonic makes no warranty for content or service continuity.Be sure to update the software when a software update notice is displayed on the TV screen. If the software is not updated, you will not be able to use VIERA CAST. You can update the software later manually “Software Update” in the Network Setup Menu (p. 45)VIERA CAST usage adds to your ISP download/upload data quota.Content accuracy is provided “as is”; all warranties of any kind, express or implied, are disclaimed.Some content may be inappropriate for some viewers.Some content may only be available for specific countries and may be presented in specific languages.Depending on the connection environment, the internet connection may be slow or may not be successful.Turn the TV off before changing or reconnecting the network connection.When available, the VIERA CAST Weather time is local time for your region as selected during initial product installation.During operation, VIERA CAST audio is output from AV1, AV2, AUDIO OUT and DIGITAL AUDIO OUT terminals; no video signals are output.
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Network Settings Select “Connect to VIERA CAST” and access to test
This step is for ensuring to access VIERA CAST.
Proxy PortSpeed Mode Auto
Network Setup Menu
Software UpdateConnect to VIERA CASTMAC Address ab-cd-ef-gh-ij-kl
Proxy2/2
Access
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ConnectedThe test is successful and you can use VIERA CAST features.Not connectedCheck the settings and connections, and then perform this function again.
Performs automatic testing for accessing VIERA CAST. (It takes a while to test.)
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Access VIERA CASTDepending on the usage conditions, it may take a while to read all the data.
You can also access directly by using VIERA TOOLS
“How to Use VIERA TOOLS” (p. 43)
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●Welcome to VIERA CAST™
VIERA CAST™ home screen is subject to change without notice.The services through VIERA CAST™ are operated by their respective service providers, and service may
be discontinued either temporarily or permanently without notice. Therefore, Panasonic will make nowarranty for the content or the continuity of the services.
All features of websites or content of the service may not be available.
Some content may be inappropriate for some viewers. Some content may only be available for specific countries and may be presented in specific languages.
ENTER
Don’t show this message again
Example:
Messages might be displayed before VIERA CAST home screen.Please read these instructions carefully and follow the displayed instructions.
Featured Videos Featured Photos
Picasa™
Web Albums
COMINGSOON
COMINGSOON
Setup COMING SOONCanberra, Australia
3°Weather
WNW 10km/h
DOWFTSE 100NIKKEI
8770.924461.87
10135.82
31.925.12
154.49
VIERA CAST home screen
Example:
●How to operate VIERA CAST
To move the cursor / select the item
To access
To return to the previous screen RETURN
When the key words are displayed on colour bar
R G Y B
When options with numbers are displayed
abc def
jklghi mno
tuvpqrs wxyz
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COMPONENTVIDEO COMPONENTVIDEO VIDEO S VIDEO
AV IN
AUDIO AUDIO
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MONITOROUT AV1 IN AV2 IN AV3 IN
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Types of connectable equipment to each terminal
Terminal
Recording / Playback (equipment)
AV1 IN AV2 IN AV3 IN AV4 IN(Side panel of TV)
MONITOR OUT
To record / playback videocassettes / DVDs(VCR / DVD recorder)To watch DVDs (DVD player)To watch camcorder images (Video camera)To watch satellite broadcasts (Set top box)To play games (Game equipment)To use amplifier with speaker systemTo use network servicesVIERA Link : Recommended Connection
External EquipmentThese diagrams show our recommendations for how to connect the TV to your various equipment.For other connections, consult the instructions for each piece of equipment, the table below, and the specifications (p. 57).
Satellite dish
Satellite cable
InternetNetwork
Hub or Router
Modem
LAN cable
or
Optical digital audio cable
Fully wired HDMI compliant cable
To watch satellite broadcasts
To watch DVDs
RCA cable
(Listening)
(Viewing)
DVD player
To listen with speakers
Amplifier with speaker system
Set top box
Installing the Ferrite core
Pull back the tabs(in two places)
Wind the cable twice
Open
Press the cable through and close
Ferrite core (supplied)
Less than 10 cm
Less than 10 cm
(Listening)
(Viewing)
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S VIDEO 4 pin terminalChrominance in
Chrominance earth
Luminance in
Luminance earth
Hot Plug Detect 19DDC/CEC Ground 17SCL 15CEC 13TMDS Clock Shield 11TMDS Data0− 9TMDS Data0+ 7TMDS Data1 Shield 5TMDS Data2− 3TMDS Data2+ 1
18 +5V Power16 SDA14 Reserved
(in cable but N.C. on device)12 TMDS Clock−10 TMDS Clock+ 8 TMDS Data0 Shield 6 TMDS Data1− 4 TMDS Data1+ 2 TMDS Data2 Shield
HDMI terminal
Connect the S VIDEO or VIDEO terminal when using AV3 / AV4 IN terminal.Connect the COMPONENT or VIDEO terminal when using AV1 / AV2 IN terminal.
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Conversion adapter (if necessary)
DVD Recorder
HDMI equipment
Headphones
Camcorder / Game equipment
To adjust volume “Headphone Volume” in the Sound Menu (p. 24)
Computer
Aerial
RF cable
PC
DVD Recorder / VCR
To record / playback
“HDMI Functions” (p. 34)
(Viewing)
(Listening)
(M3 stereo mini plug)
(S-VIDEO) or
(VIDEO)
or
(AUDIO)
Fully wired HDMI compliant cable
Rear of the TV
Fully wired HDMI compliant
cable
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Technical InformationChannel Allocation (Analogue TV mode)
CH Display / Receive ChannelCH 0 - CH 5 S 2 - S 10 CH 5A CH 6 - CH 9
CH 9A CH 10 - CH 12 S 11 - S 44 CH 20 - CH 75
Rating (Digital TV mode)Rating Meaning Rating Meaning
- Not classified M MatureP Pre school MA 15+ Mature Adult 15+C Children AV 15+ Adult strong Violence 15+G General R Restricted 18+
PG Parental Guidance recommended
Updating the software system (Digital TV mode)Update system software to ensure that you have latest version software.If there is an update available, a notification banner is displayed when the channel has the update information.
To download new software, press “OK” Downloading (approx. 1 hour)If you choose not to download, press “EXIT”.
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To update automaticallySet “Auto Update Search in Standby” to “On” (p. 27)If there is a new version software being broadcast, the TV will download this automatically.
The automatic updating sequence is carried out at 3:00 AM and 5:00 AM every morning under the following condition.Standby (TV turned Off with the remote control)Recording is not in progress.
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To update manuallyPerform “System Update Search Now” (p. 27)If there is an update available, a notification banner is displayed.
NoteDuring downloading, do not turn Off the TV or touch any buttons.(The TV is automatically activated after downloading is completed.)When the TV is switched to standby, there will be a clicking sound after a short delay. Similar clicking sounds will also occur at 3:00 AM and 5:00 AM when “Auto update Search in Standby” (p. 27) is set to “On”. These sounds are normal.
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Stereo / Bilingual Sound Selection (Analogue TV mode)When you receive the stereo / bilingual sound system, sound output modes can be selected by pressing the Stereo / Bilingual Sound Selection button.
Audio Signal STEREO MAIN I SUB II MONOMode Indicator I II
NICAM .......Used in New Zealand, Singapore, Hong Kong etc.
Type of broadcast Regular broadcast(Standard Audio)
Regular + NICAM MONO I(MAIN I )
NICAM STEREO NICAM DUAL MONO(MAIN I / SUB II )
Mode Indicator No Indicator II II
A2 (German) .......Used in Australia, Malaysia etc.
Type of broadcast Regular broadcast(Standard Audio)
BILINGUAL or DUAL MONO:MAIN I / SUB II STEREO
Mode Indicator No Indicator I II
If the stereo signal is poor or the receiving conditions are not optimum or if STEREO:MONO automatic switching occurs, it is recommended you switch from STEREO to MONO.Even when the contents of the receiving signal undergo changes, selection mode is kept intact.When the receiving conditions deteriorate, listening will be easier if the mode is set to the MONO position, using the stereo / bilingual sound selection button.DUAL, also known as DUAL MONO or as BILINGUAL is not currently transmitted in some countries.
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SD CardCautions in handling SD Card
Do not remove the card while the TV is accessing data (this can damage card or TV).Do not touch the pins on the back of the card.Do not subject the card to a high pressure or impact.Insert the card in the correct direction (otherwise, card may be damaged).Electrical interference, static electricity, or erroneous operation may damage the data or card.Back up the recorded data at regular intervals in case of deteriorated or damaged data or erratic operation of the TV. (Panasonic is not liable for any deterioration or damage of recorded data.)
Data format for Card browsingPhoto : Still images recorded with digital still cameras compatible with JPEG files of DCF∗ and EXIF standards
Data format - Baseline JPEG (Sub-sampling 4:4:4, 4:2:2 or 4:2:0)Max. number of files - 9,999Image resolution - 8 × 8 to 30,719 × 17,279 pixels
Movie : SD-Video Standard Ver. 1.2 [MPEG-2 (PS format)] and AVCHD Standard compatible files with an audio format that is either MPEG-1/Layer-2 format or Dolby Digital format (AVCHD files recorded with vertical frequency 50Hz are applicable. A modified data with a PC may not be displayed correctly.)
Compliant card type (maximum capacity): SDHC Card (32 GB), SD Card (2 GB) and miniSD Card (2 GB) (requiring miniSD adapter)If miniSD Card is used, insert / remove it together with the adapter.Check the latest information on the card type at the following website. (English only)http://panasonic.co.jp/pavc/global/cs/
∗DCF (Design rule for camera file system): Unified standard established by Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association (JEITA).
NoteFormat the card with the recording equipment.The picture may not appear correctly on this TV depending on the recording equipment used.Display may take some time when there are many files and folders.This function cannot display Motion JPEG and still image not JPEG formatted (i.e. TIFF, BMP).A data modified with a PC may not be displayed.Images imported from a PC must be compatible with EXIF (Exchangeable Image File) 2.0, 2.1, and 2.2.Partly degraded files might be displayed at a reduced resolution.All “.JPG” extension datas in the card will be read in Photo View Mode.The folder and file names may be different depending on the digital camera used.Do not use two-byte characters or other special codes.The card may become unusable with this TV if the file or folder names are changed.
On screen messagesMessage Meaning / Action
Cannot read fileThe file is broken or unreadable.The TV does not support the format. (For the applicable formats and data, see above.)
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No SD card inserted Insert a SD Card.●
No valid file to play The card has no data.●
Over 9999 pictures found.(max. is 9999) Maximum valid number of photos is 9,999.●
This operation is not possible Your operation is not available.●
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Technical InformationNetwork
On screen messagesMessage Meaning / Action
An internal error occured. Check the settings. (p. 45 and p. 47)●
Communication with the server failed. This might be a problem of the media server.Read the manual of the server software.
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Connection to the server failed. Check the connections and settings. (p. 44 - 47)●
Server not found There are no available media server on your home network.Check the connections and settings. (p. 44 - 47)
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The software update is not completed. Network download failed.Check the connections and settings. (p. 44 - 47)
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PC connectionA PC may be connected to this TV so that the PC screen is displayed and sound is heard from the TV.
PC signals that can be inputted: Horizontal scanning frequency 31 to 69 kHz; vertical scanning frequency 59 to 86 Hz (more than 1,024 signal lines could result in incorrect display of the image).A PC adapter is not necessary for the DOS/V-compliant D-sub 15-pin connector.
NoteSome PC models cannot be connected to this TV.When using PC, set the colour display quality of PC to the highest position.For details of the applicable PC signals, see below.Max. display resolution
Aspect4:3 1,440 × 1,080 pixels
16:9 1,920 × 1,080 pixels
D-sub 15-pin connector signalPin No. Signal Name Pin No. Signal Name Pin No. Signal Name
R GND (Ground) NC (not connected)G GND (Ground) NC (not connected)B GND (Ground) HD
NC (not connected) NC (not connected) VDGND (Ground) GND (Ground) NC (not connected)
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Input signal that can be displayedCOMPONENT (Y, PB/CB, PR/CR), HDMI∗ Mark: Applicable input signal
Signal name COMPONENT HDMI525 (480) / 60i ∗ ∗525 (480) / 60p ∗ ∗625 (576) / 50i ∗ ∗625 (576) / 50p ∗ ∗750 (720) / 60p ∗ ∗750 (720) / 50p ∗ ∗1,125 (1,080) / 60i ∗ ∗1,125 (1,080) / 50i ∗ ∗1,125 (1,080) / 60p ∗1,125 (1,080) / 50p ∗1,125 (1,080) / 24p ∗
PC (D-sub 15P)Signal name Horizontal frequency (kHz) Vertical frequency (Hz)
640 × 400 @70 Hz 31.47 70.07640 × 480 @60 Hz 31.47 59.94640 × 480 @75 Hz 37.50 75.00800 × 600 @60 Hz 37.88 60.32800 × 600 @75 Hz 46.88 75.00800 × 600 @85 Hz 53.67 85.06852 × 480 @60 Hz 31.44 59.891,024 × 768 @60 Hz 48.36 60.001,024 × 768 @70 Hz 56.48 70.071,024 × 768 @75 Hz 60.02 75.031,024 × 768 @85 Hz 68.68 85.001,280 × 1,024 @60 Hz 63.98 60.021,280 × 768 @60 Hz 47.70 60.001,366 × 768 @60 Hz 48.39 60.04Macintosh13” (640 × 480) 35.00 66.67Macintosh16” (832 × 624) 49.73 74.55Macintosh21” (1,152 × 870) 68.68 75.06
NoteSignals other than above may not be displayed properly.The above signals are reformatted for optimal viewing on your display.Applicable input signal for PC is basically compatible to VESA standard timing.PC signal is magnified or compressed for display, so that it may not be possible to show fine detail with sufficient clarity.
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FAQsBefore requesting service or assistance, please follow these simple guides to resolve the problem.If the problem still persists, please contact your local Panasonic dealer for assistance.
White spots or shadow images (noise)
Check the position, direction, and connection of the aerial.
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Neither image nor sound is produced
Is the TV in “AV mode”?Is the mains lead plugged into the socket outlet?Is the TV turned On?Check Picture Menu (p. 24) and volume.
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Follow the message’s instructions.If the problem persists, contact your local Panasonic dealer.
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“VIERA Link” function does not work and an error message appears
Confirm the connection.Turn the connected equipment on and then switch the TV on. (p. 38)
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Contrast is reducedContrast is lowered in the following conditions without any user operation for a few minutes:
no signal in DVB or AV modeselected invalid programmeselected radio servicedisplayed menuThumbnail or still picture in SD Card mode
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Pixel StatementAn image on a LCD or Plasma TV screen is created by many small groups of dots known as pixels (which is similar to the image in a newspaper). It also naturally follows that higher panel resolutions contain more pixels. To create a colour image, each pixel consists of three tiny coloured dots (known as sub-pixels), one each of red, green and blue. Each one of these dots is precisely controlled by the electronics of the TV to produce the picture. Whilst Panasonic maintains the highest standards in manufacturing technology and processes in the construction of these panels, there are a number of allowable pixel/subpixel failures that still allow the panel to be defi ned as a good panel. It is not possible to guarantee absolutely no pixel loss.
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Chaotic image, noisyChange the setting of “P-NR” in the Picture Menu (to remove noise). (p. 24)Check nearby electrical products (car, motorcycle, fluorescent lamp).
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No image can be displayed Is “Colour” or “Contrast” in the Picture Menu set to the minimum? (p. 24)
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Blurry or distorted image(no sound or low volume) Reset channel. (p. 32)●
Unusual image is displayed Turn off the TV with Mains power On / Off switch, then turn it on again.
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“Shop” appears on screen at switch on
“Shop” was selected in “Auto Tuning” (p. 12).Reset all settings in “Shipping Condition” (p. 32), then select “Home” in “Auto Tuning” (p. 12).
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No sound is produced Is “Sound Mute” active? (p. 10)Is the volume set to the minimum?
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Sound level is lowor sound is distorted
Sound signal reception may be deteriorated.Set “MPX” (p. 24) in the Sound Menu to “Mono”.
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Problem Actions
Sound is unusualSet the sound setting of the connected equipment to “2ch L.PCM”.Check the “HDMI1 / 4 Input” setting in the Sound Menu. (p. 25)If digital sound connection has a problem, select analogue sound connection. (p. 34)
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Pictures from external equipment are unusual when the equipment is connected via HDMI
Is the HDMI cable connected properly? (p. 48)Turn Off the TV and equipment, then turn them On again.Check an input signal from the equipment. (p. 53)Use an equipment compliant with EIA/CEA-861/861B.
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Digital TV reception technology requires high quality, robust DTV signals which in some domestic aerial installations, may be relatively poor despite good analogue reception.
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Aerial connection when using DTV and VCR / DVD Recorder
To maintain optimum signal quality from TV aerial, use a TV aerial splitter (as illustrated) when connecting two or more equipments to the same aerial.
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TV
VCR
(Individual aerial)
(Individual aerial)
AerialInputterminal
SplitterAerial Output
Aerial InputAerial Output
After Digital TV Auto Tuning only some or no services are found
Check to ensure your area is covered by DVB transmissions.Check that the aerial and antenna cable are designed for DVB. For your safety, the aerial and cable should be inspected / installed by a licenced installer that should comply with Australian Standard AS1417.1. Note: If you live within 5-10 Km of DVB transmission towers, a combined VHF / UHF aerial should be adequate. Outside this area, separate VHF and UHF aerials provide superior reception performance.If you live in a unit or apartment, check to ensure the Master Antenna TV (MATV) system is designed for analogue and DVB-T reception. Please consult your body corporate.
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Picture regularly breaks up on some programmes, or “No Signal” message
Check “Signal Condition”. (p. 31) If “Signal Quality” or “Signal Strength” are displayed in red or constantly changing, check aerial. If problem persists consult your local TV aerial installer.Check that the aerial and antenna cable are designed for DVB. For your safety, the aerial and cable should be inspected / installed by a licenced installer that should comply with Australian Standard AS1417.1.Interference (known as impulse noise) from household appliances such as light switches, fridges etc may cause picture break up and / or audio distortion. Use high quality quad shielded coaxial cable fly lead between TV and antenna wall socket to minimise impulse noise pickup. If problem persists consult your local TV aerial installer.When “No Signal” message is displayed check TV aerial connection.The received signal may be too weak to allow the TV to reliably lock to the desired “No Signal” programme to generate a stable picture. Repeat the tuning procedure (p. 31). If problem persists consult your local TV aerial installer.
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Picture very infrequently breaks up on some or all programmes
Electrical atmospheric interference caused by local or distant lighting storms or heavy rain with wind in “leafy” locations may cause pictures to break up and audio to mute or distort momentarily.Impulse noise interference from an infrequently used electrical appliance, or a passing vehicle or lawn mower with a “noisy” ignition system.
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Cannot connect to the network
Check the LAN cable is connected properly. (p. 44)Check the connections and settings. (p. 44 - 47)Check the network equipment and network environment.If the problem persists, consult your Internet Service Provider or telecommunications company.
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Cannot operate VIERA CAST Check the connections and settings. (p. 44 - 47)The server or connected line might be busy now.
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TV takes so long to turn on Like your computer, the TV has to run a number of diagnostic and software checks before it can display any programmes.
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The programme cannot be changed Is the TV in Teletext mode? (p. 18)●
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TV goes into “Standby mode”Off Timer function is activated.The TV enters “Standby mode” about 30 mins. after analogue broadcasting ends.
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Are the batteries installed correctly? (p. 7)Has the TV been switched On?
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SpecificationsTH-P42G15A TH-P50G15A
Pow
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Power rating AC 220 - 240 V, 50 / 60 Hz 2.35 A AC 220 - 240 V, 50 / 60 Hz 2.7 A
Normal (Home) mode 217 W 301 W
Standby condition 0.4 W 0.4 W
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Aspect Ratio 16:9
Visible screen size 106 cm (diagonal)921 mm (W) × 518 mm (H)
127 cm (diagonal)1,105 mm (W) × 622 mm (H)
Number of pixels 2,073,600 (1,920 (W) × 1,080 (H)) [5,760 × 1,080 dots]
Soun
d Speaker 140 mm × 35 mm × 2 pcs, 6 Ω
Audio Output 20 W (10 W + 10 W ), 10% THD
Headphones M3 (3.5 mm) stereo mini Jack × 1
PC signalsVGA, SVGA, WVGA, XGASXGA, WXGA ······ (compressed)Horizontal scanning frequency 31 - 69 kHzVertical scanning frequency 59 - 86 Hz
Receiving Systems / Band name
PAL B/G Reception of Off air broadcasts
Digital TV 7 MHz VHF / UHF (Australia) free-to-air TV broadcast receptionPAL 60 HzM.NTSCNTSC
Playback of NTSC tape from some PAL Video recorders (VCR)Playback from M. NTSC Video recorders (VCR)Playback from NTSC Video recorders (VCR)
Aerial - Rear Standard Belling & Lee connector
Operating Conditions Temperature : 0 °C - 35 °CHumidity : 20 % - 80 % RH (non-condensing)
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AV1 Input
AUDIO L - R RCA PIN Type × 2 0.5 V[rms]VIDEO RCA PIN Type × 1 1.0 V[p-p] (75 Ω)
COMPONENT YPB/CB, PR/CR
1.0 V[p-p] (including synchronization)±0.35 V[p-p]
AV2Input
AUDIO L - R RCA PIN Type × 2 0.5 V[rms]VIDEO RCA PIN Type × 1 1.0 V[p-p] (75 Ω)
COMPONENT YPB/CB, PR/CR
1.0 V[p-p] (including synchronization)±0.35 V[p-p]
AV3Input
AUDIO L - R RCA PIN Type × 2 0.5 V[rms]VIDEO RCA PIN Type × 1 1.0 V[p-p] (75 Ω)S VIDEO Mini DIN 4-pin Y:1.0 V[p-p] (75 Ω) C:0.286 V[p-p] (75 Ω)
AV4Input
AUDIO L - R RCA PIN Type × 2 0.5 V[rms]VIDEO RCA PIN Type × 1 1.0 V[p-p] (75 Ω)S VIDEO Mini DIN 4-pin Y:1.0 V[p-p] (75 Ω) C:0.286 V[p-p] (75 Ω)
MonitorOutput
AUDIO L - R RCA PIN Type × 2 0.5 V[rms] (high impedance)VIDEO RCA PIN Type × 1 1.0 V[p-p] (75 Ω)
Others
HDMI1 - 4 Input TYPE A Connectors This TV supports “HDAVI control 4” function.●PC Input HIGH-DENSITY D-SUB 15PIN R, G, B/0.7 V[p-p] (75 Ω)
HD, VD/TTL Level 2.0 - 5.0 V[p-p] (high impedance)DIGITAL AUDIO OUT PCM / Dolby Digital, Fiber opticETHERNET RJ45, IEEE802.3 10BASE-T / 100BASE-TXCard slot SD Card slot × 1
Dimensions ( W × H × D ) 1,029 mm × 704 mm × 334 mm (With Pedestal)1,029 mm × 661 mm × 97 mm (TV only)
1,218 mm × 814 mm × 401 mm (With Pedestal)1,218 mm × 769 mm × 97 mm (TV only)
Mass 28.0 k Net (With Pedestal)25.0 k Net (TV only)
35.0 k Net (With Pedestal)32.0 k Net (TV only)
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WARRANTY - Australia only1. The product is warranted for 12 months from the date of purchase. Subject to the conditions of this warranty Panasonic or it’s Authorised
Service Centre will perform necessary service on the product without charge for parts or labour if, in the opinion of Panasonic, the product is found to be faulty within the warranty period.
2. This warranty only applies to Panasonic products purchased in Australia and sold by Panasonic Australia or its Authorised Distributors or Dealers and only where the products are used and serviced within Australia or it’s territories. Warranty cover only applies to service carried out by a Panasonic Authorised Service Centre and only if valid proof of purchase is presented when warranty service is requested.
3. This warranty only applies if the product has been installed and used in accordance with the manufacturer’s recommendations (as noted in the operating instructions) under normal use and reasonable care (in the opinion of Panasonic). The warranty covers normal domestic use only and does not cover damage, malfunction or failure resulting from use of incorrect voltages, incorrect installation, accident, misuse, neglect, build-up of dirt or dust, abuse, maladjustment of customer controls, mains supply problems, thunderstorm activity, infestation by insects or vermin, tampering or repair by unauthorised persons (including unauthorised alterations), exposure to abnormally corrosive conditions or any foreign object or matter having entered the product.
4. This warranty does not cover the following items unless the fault or defect existed at the time of purchase: (a) Video or Audio Tapes (d) Cabinet Parts (g) Microwave Oven cook plates. (b) Video or Audio Heads and Stylii resulting (e) User replaceable Batteries (h) Kneader mounting shaft unit from wear and tear in normal use (f) Thermal Paper, Toner/Ink Cartridges, (bread bakery) (c) Shaver Heads or Cutters Drums, Developer, Film (Ink/Ribbon),
Film Cartridge, Printer Heads 5. If warranty service is required you should: • Telephone Panasonic’s Customer Care Centre on 132600 or visit our website and use the Service Centre Locator for the name/address of
the nearest Authorised Service Centre. • Send or bring the product to a Panasonic Authorised Service Centre together with your proof of purchase receipt as a proof of purchase date.
Please note that freight and insurance to and / or from your nearest Authorised Service Centre must be arranged by you. • Note that home or pick-up/delivery service is available for the following products in the major metropolitan areas of Australia or the normal
operating areas of the nearest Authorised Service Centres: (a) Picture tube (CRT) based Television Receivers (screen (b) Convection/Combination Microwave Ovens sizes greater than 66cm); Rear Projection TV’s; Plasma/LCD (c) Whiteboard (except portable type) televisions / displays (screen size greater than 103 cm) 6. The warranties hereby conferred do not extend to, and exclude, any costs associated with the installation, de-installation or re-installation of a
product, including costs related to the mounting, de-mounting or remounting of any screen, (and any other ancillary activities), delivery, handling, freighting, transportation or insurance of the product or any part thereof or replacement of and do not extend to, and exclude, any damage or loss occurring by reason of, during, associated with, or related to such installation, de-installation, re-installation or transit.
Panasonic Authorised Service Centres are located in major metropolitan areas and most regional centres of Australia, however, coverage will vary dependant on product. For advice on exact Authorised Service Centre locations for your product, please telephone our Customer Care Centre on 132600 or visit our website and use the Service Centre Locator. Unless otherwise specified to the consumer the benefits conferred by this express warranty are additional to all other conditions, warranties, guarantees, rights and remedies expressed or implied by the Trade Practices Act 1974 and similar consumer protection provisions contained in legislation of the States and Territories and all other obligations and liabilities on the part of the manufacturer or supplier and nothing contained herein shall restrict or modify such rights, remedies, obligations or liabilities. November 2005
THIS WARRANTY CARD AND THE PURCHASE DOCKET (OR SIMILAR PROOF OF PURCHASE) SHOULD BE RETAINED BY THE CUSTOMER AT ALL TIMES
Panasonic Australia Pty. LimitedACN 001 592 187 ABN 83 001 592 187
Locked Bag 505, Frenchs Forest, NSW 2086 www.panasonic.com.au
If you require assistance regarding warranty conditions or any other enquiries,please visit the Panasonic Australia website
www.panasonic.com.au or by phone on 132 600 If phoning in, please ensure you have your operating instructions available.
PRO-031-F01 Issue: 3.0 23-11-2005
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Customer’s RecordThe model number and serial number of this product may be found on its rear panel. You should note this serial number in the space provided below and retain this book, plus your purchase receipt, as a permanent record of your purchase to aid in identification in the event of theft or loss, and for Warranty Service purposes.
Model Number Serial Number
Printed in ChinaPBS0809H1
Web Site: http://panasonic.net/© Panasonic Corporation 2009
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